Sweet potatoes were arguably one of the trendiest foods in 2016. We saw sweet potatoes on toast, as bread substitutes, puddings, and pies. But March Chef of the Month, Megan puts an amazing spin on the trendy potato. Warning – recipe below will induce hunger.
Spicy Gorgonzola Sweet Mashed Potatoes
Serves: 4-6
Difficulty Level: Easy
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cooking Time: Approximately 30 Minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 Large Yams or a bag of small Organic Sweet Potatoes
- 5oz of a smoky blue or Gorgonzola cheese (For those feeling adventurous, go with something extra smelly. For a family or for a dinner party, go with something mild to medium)
- Sea Salt to taste
- Cayenne Pepper (If you love heat as much as I do, sub the Cayenne Pepper for something spicier – I used Trader Joes Ghost Chile Pepper).
- Black Pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup of cream (I use a heavy whipping cream, but you could also use whole milk if you are looking to make it healthier)
- ½ stick of unsalted butter – room temperature
You will need:
- Food Processor
- Large Pot filled half way with water
- Knife
Directions:
- Place a medium to large pot on your stove top, fill half way with water (enough to cover all the potatoes), add 1 teaspoon of salt, and turn on high to bring to a boil.
- While the water is heating up, scrub the potatoes and peel off skin. Cut the sweet potatoes into small to medium even sized pieces.
- Once water is boiling, add potatoes.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of your potatoes. Rule of thumb: when you can use a fork and easily break a potato in half, they’re ready
- Place all ingredients and the cooked sweet potatoes into the food processor and blend until smooth.
- Pro Tip: Add salt/pepper/spice to taste – start slow and work your way up to the level you want. You can always add more, but if you make it too spicy right way you won’t be able to tone the heat down.
Serving Suggestions:
- Top with roasted veggies for a hearty and filling Vegetarian Meal.
- Serve alone as a side dish at your next dinner party.
- Top with Scallops & Filet Mignon (pictured) for a romantic dinner or splurge meal.
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