November is Sweet Potato Awareness Month! Oftentimes, this vegetable gets lost in the shadows=of another round, orange beauty (see October’s blog post about the Pumpkin!).
Both sweet potatoes and pumpkins are an ample source of Vitamin A, providing over the daily recommended value in one serving!
This vitamin is a vital component in normal vision. It also plays a role in the immune system, reproduction, and proper functioning of the heart, lungs, and kidneys.
Okay, spotlight back on our sweet potato.
What do you call a complimentary carb?
A sweet potato
One cup of baked sweet potato provides a quarter of daily fiber recommendations, which promotes digestion and satiation, in turn, promoting weight loss.
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure. Research suggests that high potassium intake is linked to a decreased mortality risk.
Roasted Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients:
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 425 F. Rinse the potato well and cut into thin strips. In a large bowl or mix together the spices and olive oil. Toss in the potatoes and coat with spice mixture (you could also do this in a large plastic bag). Spread potatoes out on a large
baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake until brown and crisp on the bottom, about 20 minutes, then flip and cook until the other side is crispy, about 15 minutes.
Looking for more great sweet potato recipes? Give this awesome sweet potato chicken chili recipe a try.