Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Wash and peel your sweet potato. Cut into thin slices. Put the slices in a medium sized pot. Cover with water. Cook the sweet potatoes until the pieces break when you test them with a fork. Drain off any excess water.

Pour the cooked potatoes into a large bowl. Cool them until they are just warm to the touch. Let your child mash with a potato masher. While he or she mashes, sprinkle in the cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar or maple syrup (to taste). Add a little milk if the potatoes look dry.

When you are ready to serve, warm up the potatoes again in the microwave or oven.