I have always loved sweet potatoes, but I never realized how much I loved them until I was able to spit out four to five different recipes that I loved without even thinking twice. I eat sweet potatoes year round, but they are especially good when fall and cooler weather begins (not that we are experiencing that in Florida yet.) I wanted to share two of my favorite recipes that have become staples in our home; they are SO easy and delicious!
SWEET POTATO ROUNDS: This summer I found that one sweet potato peeled and sliced into thin circles was the perfect amount to complement chicken or fish on the grill. There are 2 ways to prepare them-- sweet or savory.
- Sweet: Lightly coat sweet potatoes in coconut oil and sprinkle cinnamon on top.
- Savory: Lightly coat sweet potatoes in extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle freshly chopped rosemary and sea salt on top.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread out sweet potatoes on a cookie sheet and place in oven for 20-40 minutes depending on thickness. Turn sweet potatoes 1 or 2 times while cooking. I think they are best when the edges are a little crispy and the middles are soft.
MEXICAN SWEET POTATOES: You are probably thinking that Mexican food and sweet potatoes don't belong in the same sentence, but if you try this recipe you will soon realize that you are very, very wrong. I make this recipe at least once a month(sometimes more) because it is easy, filling, healthy and husband approved. This recipe is from the
Citron Limette Blog, but I make one change and add ground turkey.