Sweet Potato Puree from Barefoot Contessa Foolproof by Ina Garten

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sweet potato pureSERVES 6

Theres a restaurant in Paris that makes the most sublime pured potatoes. (I

secretly think they use more cream than potatoes!) I decided to use a similar

method to prepare these sweet potatoes. Some orange juice and cayenne pepper

really enhance the distinct sweet potato flavor.

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

cup half-and-half

1 teaspoons grated orange zest

cup freshly squeezed orange juice teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

12 tablespoons (1 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature

Place a steamer insert or a mesh colander in a large pot and add

enough water to reach the bottom of the steamer. Place the sweet

potatoes in the steamer and bring the water to a boil. Cover the pot,

lower the heat, and cook over simmering water for about 25 minutes,

until very tender. Check occasionally to be sure the water doesnt

boil away.

Transfer the sweet potatoes to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted

with the paddle attachment. With the mixer on low, slowly add the

half-and-half, orange zest, orange juice, cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon

salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. With the mixer still on low, add the

butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until incorporated. Taste for seasonings

and mix until smooth. Serve hot.

I use a rasp for zesting.

To make in advance,

reheat in a bowl set

over a pan of simmer-

ing water.

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