Creamed White Sweet Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs white sweet potatoes
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup half-and-half cream (add more for creamier potatoes)
1 dash of freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced (NOT dried)
salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation

Scrub and peel the sweet potatoes. Place in a bowl of salted water to halt oxidation.
Cut into large 2\" chunks. In large stock pot, place the sweet potatoes and bring water to boil.
Cook, covered for 25-30 minutes or until very tender.
Drain well and return to the stock pot. Add the remaining ingredients, reserving 2 teaspoons fresh chives for garnish. Mash the mixture with a potato masher and then fluff with a fork.
Season with salt and pepper and serve hot. Delightful served alongside curry dishes for balance of flavor and soothing of palate.