Garlic Basil Mashed Sweet Potatoes

• 2 lbs sweet potatoes
• 2 Tbsp basil chopped
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 Tbsp butter
• salt and pepper to taste

Place sweet potatoes in pot of water and boil for about 20 minutes or until tender enough to poke a fork through them. Drain sweet potatoes and allow to cool enough to peel skins. Mash sweet potatoes in bowl. Add basil, garlic, butter, salt, and pepper.