Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Naturally sweet with a hint of warm cinnamon and nutmeg, these Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes get a savory twist from Bonafide Provisions Organic Chicken Bone Broth for a deliciously simple side dish.
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Ingredients
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup Bonafide Provisions Organic Chicken Bone Broth
- 2 tbsp grass-fed butter or ghee
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp sea salt, plus more to taste
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans, lightly toasted (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the sweet potatoes. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into evenly sized 1-inch cubes.
2. Add to the Instant Pot. Pour Bonafide Organic Chicken Bone Broth into the Instant Pot. Add the sweet potatoes, spreading them into an even layer.
3. Pressure cook. Secure the lid and set the steam release valve to "Sealing." Select Pressure Cook (or Manual) and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Allow approximately 10–15 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure.
4. Release the pressure. Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully perform a quick pressure release according to your Instant Pot's instructions. When the pressure has fully released, remove the lid.
5. Drain and reserve the broth. Carefully drain the sweet potatoes, reserving the cooking liquid in a separate bowl. Return the sweet potatoes to the warm Instant Pot insert.
6. Mash until creamy. Add the butter, cinnamon, sea salt, and nutmeg. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy, adding the reserved bone broth 1–2 tablespoons at a time as needed to reach your desired consistency.
7. Season and serve. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with toasted pecans, if desired. Serve warm.
Chef's tip: For the best flavor, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. This brings out their natural nuttiness and adds a delicious contrast to the creamy sweet potatoes.