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National Cook a Sweet Potato Day - Celebrate the Sweet Potato
How to Select
Choose firm, small- to medium-sized potatoes with smooth skin. Avoid cracks, soft spots, and blemishes.
How to Store
Store sweet potatoes in a cool, dark place for use within 3-5 weeks.
Top 9 Ways To Enjoy Sweet Potatoes
1. Bake, Roast, or Steam. Pick a cooking method and enjoy! Use whole, unpeeled sweet potatoes as a side dish to any meal. 2. Mash - Steam peeled sweet-potato chunks for about 10 minutes until tender, and mash with a dash of orange juice.
3. Top Your Salad. Sweet potatoes make sweet salad toppings. Combine diced sweet potatoes, pineapple tidbits, apples, celery, and cashews. Serve over salad greens
4. Sweet Potato Fries. Sweet potato fries make a delicious treat. Quarter sweet potatoes and drizzle with olive oil. Bake at 400 degrees for 40-60 minutes. For a spicy twist, add a dash of cayenne pepper.
5. Substitute sweet potatoes for white potatoes in your favorite potato salad recipe.
6. Grill - Slice sweet potatoes into thick ½ inch rounds and grill until lightly browned. Drizzle with lime juice.
7. Add a Twist to Your Sandwiches. Cut thin slices of cooked sweet potatoes and add to your favorite sandwich or wrap instead of tomatoes.
8. Drizzle and Eat - Dice cooked, peeled sweet potatoes and drizzle with maple syrup for a side dish.
9. A Healthy Snack. Try munching on sweet potato chips. Thinly slice a large sweet potato and brush lightly with olive oil. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp.
3. Sweet Potato Recipes, A Couple Cooks
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Sweet Potato Awareness Month: From Our Garden to Table
Did you know that sweet potatoes have been cultivated for thousands of years? Originating in Central America, they quickly spread across the globe, becoming a staple in many cuisines. These versatile gems have stood the test of time and carved out a special place on our plates.
Growing Sweet Potatoes.
Whether you have a green thumb or are a newbie in the gardening world, growing your sweet potatoes is a rewarding experience. These plants thrive in warm climates and require well-drained soil. Planting them in late spring or early summer will allow you to enjoy a bountiful harvest come autumn. So, roll up your sleeves, grab your gardening tools, and let's get digging!
Storing
Once you've harvested your sweet potatoes, the next step
is storing them properly. Store them in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place to keep their flavors intact. Avoid refrigerating them, as it could result in
a loss of flavor and texture. Trust me, you want those sweet, creamy
characteristics to shine through when you cook them into delicious meals!
Cooking
The culinary possibilities with
sweet potatoes are truly endless. Roasted, mashed, fried, or baked into pies, these tuberous wonders add flavor and a healthy twist to any
dish. Get creative and experiment with sweet potato
fries, wedges, soups, and even desserts. The sky's the limit in the kitchen, so
let your imagination run wild!
Sweet Potatoes are a powerhouse of nutrients rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and essential minerals. Not
only do they boost your immune system, but they also promote healthy digestion
and contribute to overall well-being.
So, sweet potatoes have covered you whether you want to add a colorful twist to your meals, boost your health, or just indulge in some scrumptious goodness. These fabulous tubers have captured hearts and palates worldwide, from ancient civilizations to modern-day food enthusiasts.
Sweet Potato Tartlet
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells
15 walnuts
Directions
1. Place sweet potato in a small saucepan; cover
with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or
until tender. Drain.
2. Mash sweet potato with butter, syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl.
3. Place 1 tablespoon of potato mixture in each tart
shell. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Top with marshmallows. Bake at 350°
for 8-12 minutes or until marshmallows are lightly browned. It yields about 15 tartlets.
Monday, November 27, 2023
November, Sweet Potato Awareness Month: Stuffed Sweet Potato with Cranberry-Walnut Relish
Recipe: Stuffed Sweet Potato with Cranberry-Walnut Relish,
serves 2
1 medium Sweet Potato
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
2 teaspoons Unsalted Margarine or Butter, room temperature
1/8 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Dash Ground Nutmeg
1/4 cup Cranberry-Walnut Relish
2, 1 oz slice Raisin Bread
2 teaspoon Honey
Preheat oven to 400° F. Pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork. Place sweet potato on baking sheet lined with foil. Bake for about 45 minutes or until soft.
Cut the sweet potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out potato and place in a small bowl. Leave the potato skin intact. Add unsalted butter or margarine and the spices to the sweet potato and mash.
Divide the mashed sweet potato in two and add back to the potato skins. Place on baking sheet and heat for about 10 minutes or until browned. Top each stuffed sweet potato half with 1 to 2 tablespoons of cranberry-walnut relish.
Friday, August 11, 2023
National Julienne Fries Day
Baked Julienne Sweet Potato and Carrot Fries
Coarse Kosher Salt, to taste
6. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes, flip the fries halfway through. Watch to make sure they don't get too crisp.
7. During the last 5 minutes, use tongs to stir.
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