Silky Sweet Potato Puree

Ingredients

• 3 pounds whole sweet potatoes, pricked with a fork
• 1/2 teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 6 tablespoons butter

Directions

Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position; heat to 425 degrees. Place potatoes on a foil-lined pan; bake 45 to 60 minutes, until tender. Peel when cool enough to handle.

Puree with salt and pepper in a food processor. With motor running, gradually add milks through feeder tube, then butter. Process until silken. (Can make up to 2 days ahead; store in an airtight container. ) Reheat and serve.