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Sweet-Potato Purée

Ingredients

• 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
• Maple-Butter, Orange-Ginger, or Lime-Cayenne flavoring (optional)
• Coarse salt and ground pepper

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with water. Bring to a boil; cook until tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 15 to 20 minutes.
2. Drain potatoes; purée in food processor.
3. Add flavorings, if desired; purée. For Maple-Butter: Add 2 tablespoons each melted butter and maple syrup; serve purée with more butter and syrup. For Orange-Ginger: Add 1/4 cup each milk and orange juice, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger. For Lime-Cayenne: Add 1 tablespoon lime juice and a pinch of cayenne; thin with a bit of cooking liquid, if needed.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

Source: Everyday Food - Issue 7, November 2003, Page 45.