Rich, creamy, mashed sweet potatoes, this incredibly simple foil packet side can be made right on the campfire or grill.
Ingredients
1 ½lbsweet potatoes
½cupmilk(Oat milk for vegan)
2tablespoonsbutter(plant based for vegan)
1teaspoonmaple syrup
½teaspoonsalt
2tablespoonsfresh chivesoptional
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and chop into approximately 1-1½” inch chunks.
Tear off an 18" long piece of heavy duty aluminum foil. If you are using parchment paper, roll out a sheet that roughly matches the size of your aluminum foil and place on top of the foil sheet.
Place the potatoes on one-half of the parchment/foil sheet. Cut in a few slices of butter or drizzle a little neutral-flavored cooking oil on top of the potatoes.
Fold the parchment/foil on top of the potatoes. Using a pinching motion, seal up the three edges by folding the foil over on itself. Make sure these seams are really tight!
Place the packet on the grill over your campfire and cook for 15 minutes, then flip and cook 10 minutes more. Check for doneness - the potoatoes should be very soft.
Remove from the heat and CAFEFULLY open the foil packet--there will be lots of hot steam so don't lean over the packet as you open in.
Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl and add the remaining butter. Start mashing with a fork, then add the milk, maple syrup, and salt and mash until smooth. Serve with freshly chopped chives.