Sweet Potato Recipes for Every Occasion: Baked and Mashed Favorites
December 15, 2025
Categories: Community Health, The Farm at Trinity Health
A delicious, naturally sweet and nutritious root veggie that can be enjoyed in so many ways!
Season: Fall
Storage and Preparation
Store sweet potatoes in a cool, dry place (not the fridge!) for weeks. Wash them well and peel (or not) before cooking, then bake, mash, roast, or even blend them into soups and smoothies for a creamy, nutritious boost.
Nutrition
Packed with fiber, vitamin A, and potassium, sweet potatoes support eye health, digestion, and overall energy. Their natural sweetness comes with a low glycemic index, making them a great choice for steady energy levels!
Sweet Potato Recipes
Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cooking Time: 45 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potato
- Topping ideas: butter or vegan butter, chives, Greek yogurt or tzatziki, guacamole, etc.
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Rinse the sweet potatoes, and then use a fork to poke holes all over them.
- Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 40 to 50 minutes, or until they puff up and feel soft when pierced with a fork.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Cooking Time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients:
- 6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3/4 cup warm 2% milk, or as needed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened and cut into chunks
- 3/4 cup maple syrup, or to taste
- Salt
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Using a potato masher, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Gradually add the warm milk, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Stir in the softened butter and maple syrup until fully incorporated and the butter is melted. Adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
- Serve warm and enjoy.