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Thanksgiving Recipe: Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows

A sweet tasty side dish that everyone's going to enjoy.

Most people have mashed potatoes and then candied yams. Why not blend the best of both worlds? 

What you'll need:

  • Pot
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Butter
  • Marshmallows
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Brown sugar (light of dark)
  • Cinnamon

Here are the directions:

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  • Peel and chop sweet potatoes.
  • Add to pot and bring to a boil.
  • Once potatoes have softened, drain the water.
  • Mash potatoes using masher or back of large spoon.
  • Add butter, brown sugar, and a teeny tiny drop of vanilla extract.
  • Stir then top with a few marshmallows.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon.

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