Apricot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
These make a wonderful fall dish with a fruity twist. The apricot and sweet potato flavors really go well with each other.
Steps
Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot.
Add cold water to cover by about 1 inch.
Cover and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and boil gently until the potatoes are tender , about 15 minutes.
Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
Add the remaining ingredients , except preserves , and mash with a potato masher until smooth.
Add apricot preserves , and stir potatoes well.
Taste and adjust seasonings.
If the potatoes seem dry , add a little more milk.
Ingredients
sweet potatoes, apricot preserves, butter, orange rind, ground nutmeg, milk, salt and pepper