Mashed yams

Mashed Yams or better known as Orange Flesh Sweet Potatoes are an incredibly easy and versatile healthier side dish recipe.

Try Mashed Sweet Potatoes for a fun twist on classic mashed potatoes. Each bite is sweet and buttery and the recipe is so easy to make.

Buttery, silky, and bursting with warm flavors, this is the best mashed sweet potatoes recipe you'll try! It's a comforting treat for the holidays or anytime.

Make Ahead Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar are a delicious and simple addition to weeknight meals, but special enough for the holidays, too!

This Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make and are rich and garlicky, with just the perfect touch of sweet to complement the savory flavors.

Candied yams with marshmallows are a Thanksgiving classic, combining the rich sweetness of yams with the fluffy, caramelized topping of toasted marshmallows. This easy yam marshmallow recipe uses canned yams, brown sugar, and warm spices for a comforting, holiday-ready dish. Whether you call it sweet potato with marshmallows or a can yams recipe, it's a must-have for any Thanksgiving spread. The gooey, golden marshmallows paired with tender yams create a sweet side that everyone loves.

Enjoy the savory side of sweet potatoes with this creamy mashed sweet potato side dish infused with butter and seasoned with garlic, onion, and fresh herbs.

This is a recipe that the chef Bobby Flay created for Thanksgiving in response to a request from The Times back in 2003. The sweetness of the potatoes is amplified by maple syrup, then taken in a completely different direction by the addition of fiery chipotle sauce. Sour cream knits the dish together perfectly.

Looking for the ultimate side dish for holiday gatherings or Sunday dinners? These mashed sweet potatoes have you covered. They’re smooth, perfectly sweet, and a breeze to whip up. Just a few ingredients, but they pack a ton of flavor that pairs well with just about anything. Once you make them, they’ll quickly become a go-to for special meals and weeknight dinners alike!