Cook a Sweet Potato Day
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Get ready to celebrate Cook a Sweet Potato Day with delicious recipes, tips and tricks - it's the perfect way to enjoy this nutritious favorite!
Get ready to celebrate Cook a Sweet Potato Day on Feb. 22! Sweet potatoes have been around for centuries and have been enjoyed by many cultures. Not only are sweet potatoes delicious, but they're also incredibly nutritious and can be used in so many different dishes. From mashed sweet potatoes to roasted sweet potatoes, there are so many ways you can enjoy this tasty vegetable.
The simplest way to enjoy a sweet potato is to bake it! Preheat oven to 425 degrees, wash the sweet potatoes and prick with a fork. Place potatoes on a baking sheet, and cook for 45 minutes or until tender.
Cut the sweet potatoes into cubes, toss with olive oil and seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet, bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
Cut the sweet potatoes into thin strips and fry in hot oil for 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
Boil peeled sweet potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes or until tender. Drain, mash with butter and milk, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Mix cooked mashed sweet potatoes with sugar, spices, eggs, and butter. Pour into prepared pie crust and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until golden brown.
Sweet potatoes are packed with essential vitamins and minerals that can boost your energy levels and help support a healthy immune system. They also contain a powerful antioxidant called alpha-carotene, which can help fight off disease and protect against certain types of cancer.
The possibilities for cooking with sweet potatoes are endless! You can mash them, bake them, fry them, or even make chips - all of which can be spiced up with various herbs and spices. Sweet potatoes are also a great source of fiber which makes them an ideal option for side dishes or as a hearty snack.
It's so easy to enjoy the delicious flavor of sweet potatoes! All you need is butter, salt, pepper and some other favorite seasonings. Place the cut potatoes in an oven at 350° F for 25 minutes or until they're crisp and golden brown on the outside - or microwave them for 10 minutes if you're short on time.