Celery Free Sweet Potato Mash
Creamy, buttery, and just a little herbaceous, this sweet potato mash is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at the dinner table. The natural sweetness of the potatoes gets a bright lift from apple cider vinegar, while fresh thyme adds an earthy note that keeps things from tipping into dessert territory. A splash of warm whole milk and melted butter bring everything together into a silky, lump-free texture that feels genuinely indulgent without much effort. The trick of drying the drained potatoes over low heat before mashing is a small step that makes a big difference — no watery mash here. Optional fresh parsley folded in at the end adds a pop of color and a clean, grassy finish if you want it. Every ingredient in this recipe is naturally free of celery and celery derivatives, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. It's a straightforward, crowd-pleasing dish that works just as well on a weeknight as it does on a holiday table.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 tsp salt, plus more for the cooking water
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup whole milk, warmed
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook until the sweet potatoes are completely tender and a fork slides through without resistance, about 15–18 minutes.
- 2
Drain the sweet potatoes through a colander, then return them to the empty pot. Set the pot over low heat for 1–2 minutes, shaking occasionally, until any surface moisture has evaporated and the potatoes look dry.
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