The year is winding down, and before we officially say hello to 2025, let’s talk about the food that will close out 2024 in style. Enter Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Rosemary, a dish that’s as comforting as a cozy sweater and as festive as a sparkling New Year’s Eve ball drop.

This isn’t just a recipe—it’s a farewell to 2024 and a toast to the possibilities of 2025. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast, a year-end dinner, or just treating yourself, this dish is the perfect way to savor the season and welcome a fresh start.

Servings

Ingredients

2 lbs sweet potatoes
2 tbsp butter (or olive oil)
1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or thyme works well too)
1-2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans (garnish, optional)

Instructions

Peel sweet potatoes. If they are large, cut them in half crosswise to make them more manageable. Trim a piece from the long side of the sweet potato to create a flat surface. Place the flat surface on the cutting board for stability and cut the potato into planks about 1″ in width. Then cut the planks into the same size diced potatoes.
Place the potatoes into a medium saucepan or pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Turn down if needed once the potatoes are cooking. You don’t want to boil them(they will fall apart). Cook until the potatoes are very soft when pierced with a sharp knife tip.
Drain the potatoes and place them back in the pan on the warm (but turned off) burner for a few minutes. This will steam off excess moisture. Mash the potatoes with an electric handheld mixer or an immersion blender with the whip attachment. Add butter or olive oil and rosemary. Serve warm.

Before the resolutions kick in, savor the last moments of 2024 with this flavorful dish. Whip it up, enjoy, and toast to a tasty start to the new year!