Best 20 Whipped Potatoes Recipes

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Whipped potatoes are a creamy and fluffy side dish that can be enjoyed with almost any meal. They are made by boiling potatoes until they are tender, then mashing them with butter, milk, and salt and pepper. Whipped potatoes are often served with gravy, but they can also be topped with cheese, bacon, or chives. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that will please everyone at your table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAPLE-WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES



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Often the most favorite holiday side dishes are the simplest. This recipe combines roasted sweet potatoes with butter and maple syrup in the food processor with very little effort.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 7 medium)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until very tender when pierced with a knife, 1 hour. When cool enough to handle, halve sweet potatoes. With a spoon, scoop out flesh (discard skins); transfer to a food processor. Add butter and syrup; process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 3 g

AMAZING WHIPPED POTATOES



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These potatoes are a perfect complement to ANY meal. I add a bit of room-temperature cream cheese and a tablespoon of sour cream without telling the family. They turn out perfect, fluffy, and very tasty.

Provided by AmyBoul

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubs
¼ cup butter at room temperature
¼ cup cream cheese at room temperature
½ cup warm milk, or more as needed
1 tablespoon sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese into the potatoes with an electric mixer until butter is nearly melted. Add milk and sour cream; beat until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 69.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

MAPLE-WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Karen Baar

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Pierce the potatoes with a fork or knife. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until soft. Let cool slightly.
  • When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half and scoop the potato pulp into a bowl. Add the butter, sour cream and maple syrup. Using a potato masher or sturdy whisk, mash or beat the potatoes until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to a covered casserole and keep warm until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 204, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 425 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES



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A topping of caramelized diced apples makes a beautiful presentation, but also works wonderfully with the flavor of the sweet mash -- so well that nobody will miss the standard mini marshmallows.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large sweet potatoes, pierced with the tines of a fork
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 cup applesauce, preferably homemade
2 teaspoons grated fresh peeled ginger
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 apples (1 pound), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Arrange potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake until tender, 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand until cool enough to handle.
  • Cut each potato lengthwise. Scoop flesh into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment; discard skins. Add 2 tablespoons butter and the cream; mix on medium speed until smooth. Mix in applesauce and ginger; season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer potato mixture to an ovenproof dish. Bake until heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss apples with sugar in a bowl. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add apple mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove potato mixture from oven; top with caramelized apples, and serve.

WHIPPED POTATOES



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"More, please" is what you'll hear when you serve these light and creamy potatoes. Seasoned with just a hint of garlic, they go well with all kinds of meat. And any mom appreciates the fact that she can make them ahead and bake them just before serving. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled, quartered and cooked
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 to 3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Salt and pepper to taste
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, butter, garlic salt, salt and pepper; mix until smooth. , Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika if desired. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

WHIPPED MAPLE SWEET POTATOES



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Maple syrup sweetens these velvety mashed sweet potatoes. Pass a pitcher of warm syrup to drizzle over the top.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds red garnet sweet potatoes or yams
2 tablespoons maple-flavored syrup
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ground cinnamon or nutmeg
Additional maple-flavored syrup, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Pierce sweet potatoes with fork. Place potatoes in square pan, 9x9x2 inches. Cover and bake about 1 hour 15 minutes or until potatoes can be easily pierced with a knife.
  • Slip off skins. Beat potatoes with electric mixer on medium speed until no lumps remain. Add 2 tablespoons syrup, the butter, salt and desired amount of cinnamon. Continue beating until potatoes are light and fluffy. Drizzle with additional syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg

ORANGE WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES



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Orange juice adds a tantalizing twist to mashed sweet potatoes. The color and flavor are incredible! -Shirley Bedzis, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2-2/3 cups orange juice, divided
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes and 2-1/3 cups orange juice in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Cover and bring to a boil. Boil for 35-45 minutes or just until potatoes are tender. Drain and place in a large bowl. Mash potatoes with the brown sugar, butter, salt, nutmeg, ginger and remaining orange juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS STUFFED WITH PARMESAN WHIPPED POTATOES



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Categories     Mushroom     Potato     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Spinach     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), peeled, chopped
8 ounces white-skinned potatoes, peeled, chopped
6 garlic cloves, peeled, left whole
1 bay leaf
4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs, beaten to blend
4 4- to 5-inch-diameter portobello mushrooms
6 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
2 6-ounce bags fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • Cook all potatoes, garlic, and bay leaf in large saucepan of boiling salted water until very tender, about 12 minutes. Drain; discard bay leaf. Return potatoes to pot. Mash until smooth; cool slightly. Mix in 3 tablespoons cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in eggs.
  • Remove mushroom stems and chop finely. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushroom stems and onion; sauté 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Brush rounded sides of mushrooms with 3 teaspoons oil. Place on baking sheet, gill sides up. Bake 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Divide onion mixture among mushroom caps. Mound potato mixture in caps. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cheese. Bake until heated through, about 25 minutes.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large pot over medium heat. Add spinach; sauté 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 plates. Top each serving with 1 stuffed mushroom.

WHITE AND SWEET WHIPPED POTATOES



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Sweet potatoes are a staple of Southern cooking. Here they are combined with white potatoes and whipped with a delicious combination of ingredients to make a special side dish.

Provided by Matthew Broomhead

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
¾ cup milk, warmed
¼ cup butter
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
¼ teaspoon allspice
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Combine russet potatoes and sweet potatoes in a large pot. Pour enough water over the potatoes to cover; add chicken bouillon. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes; drain.
  • Dump drained potatoes in a large bowl; add milk, butter, brown sugar, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Whip the potato mixture with a potato masher or immersion blender until a desired consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 519.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

MAPLE WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES



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4 ingredients! Delicious sweet potatoes whipped with butter, sour cream and pure maple syrup. (Recipe from cooks.com)

Provided by Petite Mommy

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375*F (190*C).
  • Pierce the potatoes with a fork or knife. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until soft. Let cool slightly.
  • When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half and scoop the potato pulp into a bowl.
  • Add the butter, sour cream, and maple syrup.
  • Using a potato masher or sturdy whisk mash or beat the potatoes until smooth.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to a covered casserole and keep warm until ready to serve.

WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH BROWN SUGAR-PECAN TOPPING



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Categories     Side     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Pecan     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

For sweet potatoes
22 ounces red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams; about 2 large), peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 large egg
6 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Pinch of salt
For topping
1 1/2 cups cornflakes, crushed
1/2 cup (packed) brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Make sweet potatoes:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Cook sweet potatoes in large pot of boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain; transfer potatoes to large bowl and add butter. Using electric mixer, beat until smooth. Add egg, sugar, spice and salt; beat to blend. Transfer mixture to 8 x 8-inch baking dish. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.) Bake potatoes until beginning to brown around edges and slightly puffed, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare topping:
  • Mix together all ingredients in medium bowl.
  • Spoon topping evenly over potatoes. Bake until golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes longer.

COCONUT WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH MAPLE-PECAN DRIZZLE



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Sweet potatoes simmered in coconut milk until tender, whipped until smooth, and topped with a warm maple syrup and pecan mixture. Dairy-free and delicious!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into approx. 3/4-inch cubes)
1 14-ounce can coconut milk*
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/16 teaspoon a generous pinch ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
1/3 cup chopped raw pecans
1/3 cup pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Place a large pot over medium heat. Add the sweet potatoes, coconut milk, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne, cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to the pot. Stir to combine.
  • Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat and remove lid. Let cool until a bit safer to handle - I give it about 5 minutes.
  • While the potatoes are cooling a bit, make the maple-pecan drizzle. Place the pecans and 1/3 cup maple syrup in a small saucepan and set over low heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until warm and bubbling, a couple of minutes (depending on your stove top). Remove from heat.
  • Using a hand mixer, whip the potatoes, starting on low speed and then gradually increasing to high speed to help decrease splatter. Be careful! Note that if you have a non-stick pan, you may want to transfer the potatoes to a bowl first so you don't risk getting any teflon in your potatoes. Teflon potatoes bad!
  • Taste the potatoes and add more salt if desired. Scoop into a serving bowl and spoon the warm maple-pecan drizzle over the top. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8 of recipe, Calories 237 kcal, Sugar 20 g, Sodium 174 mg, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 48 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 3 g

MAPLE WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIO



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Here's one spot where technique really makes a difference. Cook the onion until deep Brown and caramelized. It adds another layer of complex sweetness that differs from the Maple syrup. If you have some grated pecorino Romano it will make the puree richer and give it a nutty undertone.

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 7

four large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into rough chunks
1/4 cup +2 tablespoons pure grade b. maple syrup
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more as needed
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper plus more as needed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
one large vidalia or other sweet onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • 1. preheat the oven to 375°.
  • 2. Put the sweet potatoes, 1/4 cup Maple syrup, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a large mixing bowl. Toss to evenly coat and transfer to a baking sheet. Roast in the oven until the sweet potatoes are soft, 35 to 40 minutes. Check on them after 15 minutes and stir, if needed.
  • 3. Meanwhile, melt the butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and 2 tablespoons maple syrup and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is deep Golden Brown, about 10 minutes, adding water, a tablespoon at a time, if the skillet gets too dry. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • 4. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a food processor and add a tablespoon of hot water. Pulse until just blended and then add half the caramelized onion. Pulse a few more seconds to incorporate the onion. For a very smooth puree, add another tablespoon of water and run the machine for one minute. Fold in the remaining caramelized onion, reserving some for garnish. Serve in warm dish and garnish with reserved caramelized onion. Serves four

MAPLE-WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES



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Categories     Potato

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 7 medium)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until very tender when pierced with a knife, 1 hour. When cool enough to handle, halve sweet potatoes. With a spoon, scoop out flesh (discard skins); transfer to a food processor. Add butter and syrup; process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

PAN ROASTED VENISON WITH SPICY CRANBERRY MEXICAN CINNAMON SAUCE WITH WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES



Pan Roasted Venison with Spicy Cranberry Mexican Cinnamon Sauce with Whipped Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Number Of Ingredients 24

1/2 cup gin
2 cups port
6 sprigs fresh thyme
6 juniper berries
4 venison steaks, 6 ounces each
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 cup port wine
1/4 teaspoon Mexican cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 cup cranberry juice
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
1/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into large cubes and cooked until soft
1 stick unsalted butter
1 teaspoon chipotle puree
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine gin, port, thyme and juniper berries in a medium shallow baking dish. Add the venison and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Heat oil in a large saute pan over high heat until almost smoking. Remove the venison from the marinade and shake off excess. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook on one side until golden brown. Turn over, reduce heat to medium and continue cooking until medium-rare, 3-4 minutes.
  • Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions, celery and carrots and cook until soft. Raise the heat to high and add the port, cook until dry. Add the spices, cranberry juice, and chicken stock. Strain the sauce and discard solids. Return to pan to heat, whisk in the cold butter, stir in cranberries, and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a bowl mash potatoes with rest of ingredients.

WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH PEARS



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These creamy sweet potatoes baked with pears smell wonderful while cooking and taste magnificent on the Thanksgiving table. This dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Provided by CHRISTYJ

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 sweet potatoes
4 pears - peeled, cored and chopped
1 cup evaporated milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup packed brown sugar
4 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork and bake in the preheated oven 1 hour, or until tender.
  • Peel the baked sweet potatoes. Place in a medium bowl and whip until smooth.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, gently cook the pears 10 minutes, or until tender. Process the pears in a food processor until smooth.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix the evaporated milk, vanilla, brown sugar and butter. Heat until scalded. Blend into the sweet potatoes.
  • Mix the pear puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, orange juice and pecans into the sweet potato mixture. Transfer to a large baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.3 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 150.6 mg, Sugar 31.1 g

WHIPPED POTATOES



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 9h40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and rinsed
1 gallon whole milk
4 ounces unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and slice as thinly as possible on a mandoline directly into a large, 8-quart container filled with 4 quarts of cold water. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Drain the potatoes and rinse with clean, cold water; spin dry in a salad spinner. Transfer the potatoes to an 11-quart pot, cover with the milk and set over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, about 35 minutes. Reduce the heat in order to maintain a simmer and cook, uncovered, until the potatoes are fork tender and beginning to fall apart, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Reserve 1 cup of the cooking milk. Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander and return them to the pot. Press the potatoes through a ricer into a large mixing bowl. Add the reserved hot milk, butter and salt and use an electric hand mixer to whip on low speed for 15 to 30 seconds. Do not overwhip.

WHIPPED POTATOES WITH HORSERADISH



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For a bonus do-ahead, peel the potatoes the day before, place them in a bowl of water, and refrigerate to prevent browning.

Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Milk/Cream     Potato     Side     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Low Sodium     Horseradish     Potluck     Boil     Butter     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, divided, plus 1/2 cup (1 stick), cut into 1" cubes, room temperature
2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2" pieces
Kosher salt
4 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1" cubes, room temperature
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
2/3 cup whole milk, warmed
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch scallions, white and pale-green parts only, minced (about 2/3 cup loosely packed)
Hungarian sweet paprika

Steps:

  • Brush an 8x8x2" or other 6-cup baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Place potatoes in a large pot and add cold water to cover by 1". Add a large pinch of salt; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover with lid slightly ajar and gently simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes; return to same pot. Shake and stir with a wooden spoon over very low heat until dry. Then, using a potato masher, mash coarsely. Using a hand mixer, beat 1/2 cup butter into potatoes, a few pieces at a time, until blended. Beat in cream cheese, adding a few pieces at a time, then horseradish. With motor running, gradually add milk, beating until potatoes are light and fluffy, 4-5 minutes. Season well with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in scallions. Scrape potatoes into prepared dish.3 Use a spatula to create peaks across the surface. Drizzle potatoes with remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle with paprika. DO AHEAD: Potatoes can be made 1 day ahead. Let stand at room temperature to cool. Cover and chill.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake potatoes, uncovered, until they are heated through and top is golden, about 40 minutes (if chilled, add 10 minutes).

WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH HONEY



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Provided by Scott Peacock

Categories     Mixer     Side     Roast     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Honey     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 pounds large red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons (or more) honey.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Pierce sweet potatoes all over with fork. Place potatoes on rimmed baking sheet. Roast until potatoes are very soft, about 1 hour 45 minutes. Remove potatoes from oven and let stand until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and place flesh in mixing bowl; add butter. Using electric mixer, beat until mixture is fluffy and smooth. Mix in 2 tablespoons honey. Season to taste with salt and pepper and more honey by teaspoonfuls, if desired. Transfer sweet potatoes to serving bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm in microwave until heated through before serving.

SPICED WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES WITH BROWN SUGAR



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Categories     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Cinnamon     Nutmeg     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 8-ounce red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Cinnamon sticks (optional)
Orange peel strips (optional)

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 400°F. Pierce sweet potatoes in several places with fork; place on rimmed baking sheet. Bake until tender when pierced with fork, about 55 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • Cut potatoes in half. Scoop out pulp into large bowl; discard peel. Add brown sugar, butter, lemon juice, grated orange peel, ground cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg to sweet potato pulp. Using electric mixer, beat until mixture is smooth; season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, or cover with plastic wrap and rewarm in microwave oven on high until heated through.)
  • Mound sweet potatoes in serving bowl. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and orange peel strips, if desired.

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best choice for mashed potatoes because they are starchy and fluffy. Yukon Gold potatoes are also a good option, as they are creamy and flavorful.
  • Peel and cut the potatoes evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water: The salt will help to flavor the potatoes and prevent them from becoming waterlogged.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly: This will help to prevent the potatoes from becoming watery.
  • Mash the potatoes until smooth: Use a potato masher or ricer to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
  • Add milk, butter, and seasonings to taste: Start with a small amount of each and then add more to taste. Be careful not to overmix the potatoes, or they will become gluey.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes immediately: Mashed potatoes are best when served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are simple to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like them creamy and fluffy or chunky and rustic, there is a mashed potato recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious side dish, give mashed potatoes a try.

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