Creamy Mashed Yam
Indulge in the velvety richness of Creamy Mashed Yam, a luscious side dish that transforms humble yams into a luxurious treat. This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy, fork-tender yams with unsalted butter and heavy cream, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture while being seasoned to perfection with salt, black pepper, and a hint of nutmeg for subtle warmth. With just 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for holiday feasts or cozy weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, these creamy mashed yams are as gorgeous as they are delicious. Pair them with your favorite roast or grilled entrée for a wholesome, comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Keywords: creamy mashed yam, easy side dish, holiday yams, buttery yams recipe, mashed yams with nutmeg.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs yams
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Peel the yams and cut them into evenly sized cubes, approximately 1.5 inches each.
Place the yam cubes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the yams are fork-tender.
Drain the yams thoroughly in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow them to steam dry for a minute, which will help reduce excess moisture.
Add the unsalted butter to the warm yams. Using a potato masher, mash the yams until they reach your desired consistency.
Gradually add the heavy cream while continuing to mash until the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using) to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Taste and see if additional seasoning is needed. Adjust to taste.
Transfer the mashed yams to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish to complement any main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
467 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.9 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 519 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 780 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
