• Wash and peel 4-5 sweet potatoes. Remove any tough or dark spots from the potatoes.
• Dice the sweet potatoes into a uniform size.
• Place the potatoes in a large pot and pour water into the pot covering the potatoes by a few inches. Add a generous pinch of salt.
• Bring the potatoes to a boil and cook for 15-18 minutes (cooking times may vary depending on the size of the potatoes). The potatoes are done when easily pierced with a fork or knife. Drain the sweet potatoes using a strainer.

For The Garlic Herb Butter:

• While the potatoes are boiling add 4 Tbsp. of butter to a small sauce pan. Heat the pan to medium low and slowly melt the butter. As the butter is melting add 2 cloves of garlic, 4-5 sprigs of fresh thyme (or herb of choice), and ½ tsp. garlic powder. Cook until the butter is melted and fragrant. Remove from heat.
• Return the cooked potatoes to the large pot and mash them using a potato masher. Slowly add the melted butter along with ½ tsp. kosher salt and pepper to the potatoes. Continue to mash until completely combined.
• Serve the mashed sweet potatoes immediately. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.