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The Sassy Foodie » Recipes » Holiday Recipes

Bob Evans Style Sweet Potato Mash

Published: Dec 3, 2021 · Modified: Nov 14, 2022 by Sunena Anand · This post contains affiliate links. I make a commission from sales. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · 2 Comments

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Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish. I will never, ever, get tired of them. If you're looking for a fun spin on mashed potatoes, though, this sweet and savory Bob Evans style sweet potato mash is a good way to go. They taste just like the store-bought microwavable version, with simpler ingredients, and they're ready in no time. With sweet brown sugar, and just the right amount of heat, these are not your old fashioned sweet potatoes!

Bob evans style sweet potatoes in a bowl with butter, a serving spoon, and fall-style decor

This sweet potato mash is perfect for holiday dinners, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Pair these sweet potatoes with a perfectly roasted turkey, or even a scaled down air fried turkey breast roast for the perfect festive spread.

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Ingredients

Ingredients for sweet potato mash on a sheet tray, labelled
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Brown sugar
  • Heavy cream [not pictured]
  • Salted butter
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt

A full list of ingredients with measurements is located on the recipe card, below.

Instructions

START WITH...

Peeling your sweet potatoes - For this mashed potato recipe, skinless potatoes is better. Peel your sweet potatoes, and cube into even-sized pieces.

Collecting all your ingredients - This will make cooking so much easier. Gather all the spices you will need, and keep them nearby. 

Step by step instructions to prepare sweet potato mash

Boil the sweet potatoes - Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water. The potatoes should mash easily with a fork with little resistance. You will want to cook the potatoes until they seem overcooked, to get a smooth and consistent mash.

Heat the cream - While the potatoes are boiling, heat the cream, sugar, butter and spices in a small sauce pan. You will want to do this over medium-low heat. The cream does not need to come to a boil, it just needs to be warm.

Mash the potatoes - Once the potatoes are boiled, drain and return to the same pot. Let the potatoes sit for 1-2 minutes to let any leftover water evaporate. Mash the potatoes roughly with a potato masher. Once the potatoes are halfway mashed, add half of the cream mixture. Mash again until the potatoes are smooth. Add the remaining cream mixture, and stir the potatoes until combined.

Expert Tip

Boil the potatoes in cold water! Do not put the potatoes into already-boiling water. Instead, put the potatoes in the pot of cold water, and then turn the heat on. This ensures that the potatoes cook evenly from the outside to the centre, instead of soft exteriors and crunchy interiors.

Substitutions

  • Heavy cream - you can use whole milk, or half and half cream in place of heavy cream.
  • Brown sugar - feel free to use maple syrup in place of brown sugar.

Variations

  • Smokey - add some smoked chipotle powder to the potatoes, for a smokey twist.
  • Herbs - Add some sage to the cream mixture when heating up, for an herby finish to the potatoes.
  • Smoother consistency - If you prefer a velvety smooth finish to your mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer instead of a potato masher.

Equipment

This is what I used to make this recipe - Please be mindful that different equipment and cooking utensils may yield varying results. Most of my favourite equipment can be found on my storefront.

  • Large pot
  • Sauce pan
  • Potato masher
  • Potato ricer [optional]

Storage

These potatoes keep well in the fridge for 2-3 days. Store in an airtight container.

They can be reheated in the microwave, or in the oven. If you find that the mash is a little dry, add some more milk, and stir it in.

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Bob Evans Style Sweet Potato Mash

If you're looking for a fun spin on mashed potatoes, though, this sweet and savory Bob Evans style sweet potato mash is a good way to go. They taste just like the store-bought microwavable version, with simpler ingredients, and they're ready in no time. With sweet brown sugar, and just the right amount of heat, these are not your old fashioned sweet potatoes!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Estimated Calories: 378kcal
Author: Sunena Anand

Ingredients

  • 2 Large sweet potatoes peeled, cubed
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoon Brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Sauce Pan
  • Potato Masher
  • Potato Ricer

Instructions

  • Boil the sweet potatoes - Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water. The potatoes should mash easily with a fork. You will want to cook the potatoes until they seem overcooked.
  • Heat the cream - While the potatoes are boiling, heat the cream, sugar, butter and spices in a small sauce pan, over medium-low heat. The cream does not need to come to a boil.
  • Mash the potatoes - Once the potatoes are boiled, drain and return to the same pot. Let the potatoes sit for 1-2 minutes to let any leftover water evaporate. Mash the potatoes roughly with a potato masher. Once the potatoes are halfway mashed, add half of the cream mixture. Mash again until the potatoes are smooth. Add the remaining cream mixture, and stir the potatoes until combined.

Notes

Boil the potatoes in cold water - Do not put the potatoes into already-boiling water. Instead, put the potatoes in the pot of cold water, and then turn the heat on. This ensures that the potatoes cook evenly from the outside to the centre, instead of soft exteriors and crunchy interiors.

Estimated Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 718mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 17133IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
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  1. Linda

    January 23, 2023 at 9:06 am

    How would you make this recipe with Bob Evan Mashed Sweet Potatoes? Would you cook the potatoes per the package directions?

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    • Sunena Anand

      February 02, 2023 at 9:22 pm

      Hi Linda, although I haven't tested this recipe with the pre-cooked potatoes, I imagine it would work well if you heat the potatoes per the package directions and then add a little bit of extra seasonings to them.

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