Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 8 ounces each), peeled and cut into a large dice
- 1/4 cup buttermilk, warmed slightly
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, optional
Directions
Steam the potatoes in a large covered pan fitted with a steamer basket until they are tender, about 8 minutes.
In a large bowl mash the potatoes with the buttermilk and orange juice. Stir in the zest, salt, and nutmeg. Serve the potatoes topped with the butter, if desired.
Nutritional Analysis (Per Serving)
Calories: 210
Total fat: 0g
Saturated fat: 0g
Monounsaturated fat: 0g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0.5mg
Sodium: 430mg
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: 48g
Fiber: 7g
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By raftnfool1_11503708
Beaverton, OR
on April 03, 2011
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This recipe is delicous just as it is! I make it nearly every week and eat as a tasty treat.
By saibear
chicago
on November 20, 2010
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also, feel free to leave out the orange juice and zest for a more traditional flavor
By jsmithpetersen
Beverly, MA
on April 27, 2010
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I've never made anything like this before but gave it a shot and am so glad I did. I used a food mill and they were light and delicious. The orange was very mellow and certainly didn't overpower the dish.
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