Slow Cooker Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients and Weight:

• 5 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place sweet potato cubes in a slow cooker. Add vegetable broth, butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, orange juice, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
3. Remove sweet potatoes from the slow cooker and mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth.
4. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving (8 servings)
• Fat: 7 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 3 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for a fall or winter meal
• Can be served with a variety of toppings, such as marshmallows, pecan pie filling, or whipped cream

User Comments:

• "These mashed sweet potatoes were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and came out perfectly." - Sarah
• "I love that this recipe is so simple. I always have all the ingredients on hand." - Jessica
• "This is my go-to dish for Thanksgiving. It's always a crowd-pleaser." - Mary
• "I made these mashed sweet potatoes for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!" - John
• "These mashed sweet potatoes are so creamy and flavorful. They're the perfect comfort food." - Emily

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a slow cooker, you can also make these mashed sweet potatoes in the oven. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
• These mashed sweet potatoes can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
• To make the mashed sweet potatoes extra creamy, use a potato ricer instead of a potato masher.
• You can adjust the sweetness of these mashed sweet potatoes by adding more or less brown sugar or maple syrup.
• These mashed sweet potatoes are also delicious topped with marshmallows, pecan pie filling, or whipped cream.