Mashed Yams with Green Onions and Sage
Servings
2Serving size
about one cupThis recipe can easily be multiplied and makes good leftovers. Keeps well in the refrigerator for about 48 hours. Reheat gently.
Ingredients
| 2 Cups Water |
| 8 ounce Yam, raw (cubed) |
| 1 tsp. Olive oil |
| 2 large Green onions (thinly sliced crosswise) |
| 1 tsp. Dried or rubbed sage |
| 1/8 tsp. Salt |
| 1 tsp.. Unsalted butter |
| 2 Tbsp Reduced fat buttermilk |
| 1 Tbsp 2% milk |
Instructions
Add the cubed yams to the steamer basket and steam until they break slightly with a fork.
While the potatoes are cooking place the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the white part of the scallions and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly soft.
Add the sage and cook for another 1 minute stirring frequently.
Place the cooked potatoes together with the shallot and sage mixture in a bowl.
Add the salt, pepper, butter, buttermilk and milk and mash with a fork until smooth.
Fold in the green part of the scallions.
The mashed yams can be reheated gently in a microwave.
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Recipe Notes
Mashed yams make a delicious alternative to potatoes. They have much the same texture but so much more character. Dishes like this will make your main course really special. And, best of all, they’re really great for you.