To make sweet potatoes, start by choosing your cooking method. Boiling is simple and healthy. Here’s how you do it:
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly.
- Peel them if you prefer, though the skin is edible and contains nutrients.
- Cut them into evenly sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Place the pieces in a large pot and cover them with water.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let them simmer for about fifteen to twenty minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Drain the water and serve.
You can add a bit of salt to the water for flavor if you like. Enjoy your sweet potatoes as a side dish, or mash them up for a different texture.