Description
Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Pears is a heartwarming dish that perfectly blends the natural sweetness of ripe pears with creamy, buttery sweet potatoes. This unique twist on traditional sides adds vibrant color and rich flavor to your holiday feasts or cozy gatherings. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, this delightful mash will quickly become a cherished favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (450g)
- 2 ripe pears (300g)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into even pieces.
- In a large pot, cover the cubed sweet potatoes with water and boil for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, peel and chop the pears.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, drain them and combine in a mixing bowl with chopped pears, butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Mash the mixture until smooth yet slightly chunky for added texture.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg