Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes

• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 6 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
2. 6 cups apple cider
3. 4 cups water
4. 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
5. 2/3 cup pure maple syrup
6. Salt

1. In a large saucepan, combine the sweet potatoes with the cider and water and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat until the sweet potatoes are just tender, about 35 minutes. Drain in a colander and shake dry.
2. In the same large saucepan, bring the butter and maple syrup to a boil. Add the potatoes and toss. Working in batches, puree the sweet potatoes in a food processor; do not overprocess. Season with salt. Return the whipped sweet potatoes to the saucepan and heat over moderate heat until warmed through, about 10 minutes.