Fluffy Brown Butter Miso Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with a surprising twist on sweet potatoes that will steal the spotlight at your holiday table. These Brown Butter Miso Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful departure from the traditional, bringing together the nutty richness of brown butter, the umami depth of miso paste, and just a hint of maple syrup sweetness. This recipe serves 8 and takes only 45 minutes from start to finish, making it a quick and tantalizing addition to your Thanksgiving spread.

Prep time : 15 minutes

Cook time : 30 minutes

Makes : 8 cups

Serves : 8

Ingredients for Brown Butter Miso Mashed Sweet Potatoes:

  • 4 pounds of sweet potatoes (approximately 5-6 medium-sized or 4 large)
  • 1 stick of unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons of miso paste (white miso preferred)
  • 1 cup of half-and-half (or 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup whole milk)
  • 1/4 cup of maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt, divided (plus extra to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Begin by setting 1 cup of …
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