Curried Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Part of Sweet & Spicy LA - Pinot Noir Dinner Menu

Serves 4

3 large sweet potatoes (the yellow ones, NOT yams), peeled and cubed
salt & pepper to taste
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 to 1/4 cayenne
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon olive oil
3 Tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 Tablespoons chopped chives or green onions (see Sweet & Creamy Corn Soup)

Boil sweet potatoes in salted water (enough to cover plus a half inch) for 5-7 minutes until soft, then drain. Mash with remaining ingredients.