Place a large pan of salted water over a high heat and bring to the boil.
Once boiling add the chopped sweet potatoes and reduce the heat until it simmers. Continue to simmer for 25 – 30 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
6 medium sweet potatoes
Drain and put into a mixing bowl.
Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes while slowly adding the warmed milk. When you have reached the consistency you like stop adding the milk. Add the butter and stir in.
180 ml milk, 115 g butter
If you are using the honey or maple syrup add it here and stir in thoroughly.