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Thanksgiving is a day spiritual reflection and celebration, and also an opportunity to gather with family members for a delicious dinner.

Sweet potatoes are a healthy side option that are both tasty and nutritious. While some people associate sweet potatoes with the marshmallow-covered dish common around Thanksgiving, they can be sweet or savory, depending on preference. This recipe for “Savory Sweet Potato Mash” makes a delicious side dish worth enjoying. Try it, courtesy of “Danielle Walker’s Eat What You Love” (Ten Speed Press).

Savory Sweet Potato Mash

Serves 4 to 6

3 pounds Garnet sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

1⁄2 cup almond milk

1 1⁄2 teaspoons fine sea salt

3⁄4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1⁄3 cup melted ghee

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme, plus whole leaves for garnish

Place the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat, then turn the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 18 minutes. Remove the potatoes from the heat, drain the water from the pan, then return the potatoes to the pan.

Add the almond milk, salt and pepper to the potatoes and use a potato masher to mash to your desired consistency. Drizzle with the ghee, sprinkle in the chopped thyme, and stir gently until just combined. Garnish with thyme leaves and serve warm.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days. Reheat in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until heated through, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.

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