Boil sweet potatoes and garlic in cold, salted water until easily pierced with a small paring knife. Drain and return to empty pot on high heat while shaking pot for 1 minute to remove excess moisture from potatoes.

Add potatoes, salt, and spices. Mash together.

Variations; Sour cream, crema, heavy cream, milk, pumpkin, clove, agave, honey, lime, pineapple, mango, carrot, avocado, cumin, cilantro, maple, orange zest, butternut squash, spinach, acorn squash, plantain, coconut milk, cranberry, bourbon, rum, rosemary, thyme