Apple Cider Sweet Potatoes

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 cup apple cider

½ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon butter

1 pinch ground black pepper

Combine the sweet potatoes, apple cider, and salt in a large pot over high heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.

Mash potatoes together with the cider until smooth. Stir in the butter, and season with pepper.