Pounded Yam

Ingredients

• •3 lbs yam, peeled and cubed
• •4 cups water
• •1 teaspoon salt
• •4 tablespoons butter
• •1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
• •1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• •1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. 1Bring water to a boil in a large pot and add salt.
2. 2Add cubed yam pieces and boil for 15-20 minutes until very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
3. 3Drain the yam thoroughly in a colander.
4. 4Transfer cooked yam to a large bowl or mortar and begin mashing with a pestle or potato masher until smooth.
5. 5Add butter and cream gradually while continuing to pound until the yam reaches a creamy, light texture.
6. 6Season with white pepper and nutmeg, mixing well.
7. 7Continue pounding for 2-3 minutes more until fluffy and uniform.
8. 8Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot with soup or stew.

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