Mashed Sweet Potatoes in the Microwave

My family loves this sweet potato recipe for the microwave, even my 2-year-old. It’s fast and easy and I don’t have to think about it much.

Step: 1

Poke holes along each side of the sweet potato with a fork, at least 4 sets on each side.

Step: 2

Microwave the potato on high for 8 minutes. Turn over and continue to cook in the microwave until tender, about 8 minutes more.

Step: 3

Cut potato in half and remove soft potato flesh into a bowl with a spoon. Mash the potato with a fork and mix with cream cheese and butter.

Per Serving: 396 calories; protein 5.8g; carbohydrates 46.4g; fat 21.5g; cholesterol 61.7mg; sodium 290.6mg.

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