Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes

• large sweet potatoes↗4
• unsalted butter↗1 tablespoon

  at room temperature

• sour cream↗2 tablespoons
• pure maple syrup↗2 tablespoons
• kosher salt↗
• fresh ground black pepper↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375*F (190*C).

2. 2

   Pierce the potatoes with a fork or knife. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until soft. Let cool slightly.

3. 3

   When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half and scoop the potato pulp into a bowl.

4. 4

   Add the butter, sour cream, and maple syrup.

5. 5

   Using a potato masher or sturdy whisk mash or beat the potatoes until smooth.

6. 6

   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Transfer to a covered casserole and keep warm until ready to serve.