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SkinnyMS

Homemade Sweet Potato Puree

This puree is sweet and nutritious and can be used in a variety of ways, including baking.
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: Universal
Keyword: Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Low-Carb, Paleo
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 75kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 4 sweet potatoes medium, peel and slice into 2 inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups water for steaming

Instructions

  • Add water to a double boiler, turn to high heat. Place sliced sweet potatoes a steam basket, cover, and reduce heat to a low boil. Steam potatoes until tender, approximately 25 minutes. Remove from heat, leave covered and allow to set until slightly cooled, approximately 10 minutes.
  • Place potatoes in a mixing bowl and mash with a potato masher or fork. If a thinner consistency is preferred, puree in a food processor.

Notes

Tip: Sweet Potato Puree can be used as a base for soups and stews, pie filling, in oatmeal, or sprinkle with cinnamon and serve as a side for dinner.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 48mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 3
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 3
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 3