Creamy and Flavorful Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Enjoy a creamy and flavorful side dish with these Instant Pot mashed sweet potatoes. This recipe is quick and easy to make, using the Instant Pot to cook the sweet potatoes perfectly every time. With the addition of butter, brown sugar, and warm spices, these mashed sweet potatoes are a delicious accompaniment to any meal. Serve them with turkey for Thanksgiving or enjoy them as a comforting side dish throughout the year.

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 1 cup water
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup milk (optional)

Directions

1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
2. Place the sweet potato cubes in the Instant Pot along with water.
3. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 8 minutes.
4. Once the cooking time is complete, do a quick release of pressure.
5. Carefully open the lid and drain any excess liquid from the pot.
6. Add the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the sweet potatoes.
7. Using a potato masher, mash the sweet potatoes until creamy and well combined.
8. If desired, add milk to achieve a creamier consistency.
9. Serve the mashed sweet potatoes hot as a side dish.
10. Enjoy!

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