Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes Root Vegetable Recipes

Ingredients

6 lb. sweet potatoes

6 c. apple cider

4 c. water

1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter

c. pure maple syrup

salt

Preparation

Step 1In a large saucepan, combine the sweet potatoes with the cider and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat until the sweet potatoes are just tender, about 35 minutes. Drain in a colander and shake dry.Step 2In the same large saucepan, bring the butter and maple syrup to a boil. Add the potatoes and toss. Working in batches, puree the sweet potatoes in a food processor; do not overprocess. Season with salt. Return the whipped sweet potatoes to the saucepan and heat over moderate heat until warmed through, about 10 minutes.Step 3Make Ahead: The whipped potatoes can be refrigerated overnight and reheated in a buttered baking dish in a 350°F oven for 25 minutes or over moderate heat on the stovetop for 10 minutes.