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Sweet Potatoes with Sherry

Sweet Potatoes with Sherry: A Creamy, Guilt-Free Delight

Sweet Potatoes with Sherry offers a creamy and nutritious side dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose red-skinned for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Ensure it's at room temperature to achieve a creamy consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Use light or dark based on your preferred sweetness level.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Cream Sherry Key for enhancing the dish's richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt A pinch helps balance the sweetness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Just a dash adds subtle warmth.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Handheld Mixer
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork multiple times.
  3. Arrange sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 55-60 minutes until tender.
  5. Cool slightly, then cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise.
  6. Scoop the pulp into a bowl and blend with butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  7. Mix in the cream sherry, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Reheat gently over medium-low heat before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

You can prep sweet potatoes up to two hours in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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