Kathie Lee Gifford's Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange Juice
Brighten up your holiday table or weekday dinner with Kathie Lee Gifford's Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Orange Juice—a velvety, flavorful twist on a classic comfort dish. This recipe combines the natural creaminess of sweet potatoes with the tangy sweetness of orange juice, creating a perfect balance of savory and citrus. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg lend cozy depth, while a touch of brown sugar and butter enhance the mashed potatoes’ luscious texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this side dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Ideal for potlucks, Thanksgiving feasts, or any meal in need of a vibrant, nutrient-packed addition, these mashed sweet potatoes are guaranteed to leave everyone coming back for seconds.
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Ingredients
- 4 large Sweet potatoes
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
Directions
Step 1
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large, even chunks.
Step 2
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Step 3
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer the sweet potatoes for 20-25 minutes, or until a fork or knife easily slides into the potatoes.
Step 4
Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot or a mixing bowl.
Step 5
Add the orange juice, butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground nutmeg to the sweet potatoes.
Step 6
Using a potato masher or electric hand mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with additional orange juice, if desired.
Step 7
Taste the mashed sweet potatoes and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, cinnamon, or nutmeg to taste.
Step 8
Serve warm and garnish with an optional sprinkle of cinnamon or a pat of butter on top.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (922.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1166.3 |
| Total Fat 46.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 131.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1875.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 177.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 60.3g | |
| Protein 12.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 267.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 271.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories