Sweet Cinnamon Mashed Yams

Makes10 servings
Prep Time
Cook Time35 minutes

Ingredients
Directions

Ingredients

2.5 pounds yams, peeled and diced
1 quart water
1 tsp. sea salt
1 stick butter, cut into pieces
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. white ground pepper
1/4 cup maple syrup

Directions

STEP 1

Heat the water, yams and salt in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook for 35 minutes.

STEP 2

Drain the yams, and place in mixing bowl.

STEP 3

Mash with potato masher, and stir in the remaining ingredients and mix well.

Nutritional information

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