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PART OF Seasonal Cooking: Winter

The delightfully orange sweet potato (or "yam," as it's sometimes called) is a winter essential. With more nutrition value than a normal potato, it's perfect when mashed, baked, roasted, candied, or even in potato salad. It makes some of the simplest soup you'll ever have, and may be the only vegetable that pairs so well with marshmallows!

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"Tasty and healthy. I followed the directions except for the white wine. Very different and of course, slightly sweet. Very good with crusty bread. The second bowl I added some hot sauce, YUMMY!"

-Nado2003

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"This hearty taco recipe features sweet potatoes, navy beans, corn and a spicy chipotle crème for a vibrant, healthy dinner."

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Curried Sweet Potato Soup

"This is an excellent soup. It has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, with the full flavors of the sweet potatoes."

-jbb

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Kim's Sweet Potato Casserole

"I was never a big fan of sweet potatoes, but this recipe fixed that. I used all pecans and I used a little more butter in the topping."

-Dr.JenLeddy

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Sweet Carrot Souffle

"This delicious souffle is perfected with a carrot and pecan topping."

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Sweet Potato Cheesecake With Praline Topping

"Made this recipe on a whim for Thanksgiving Dinner. It was a huge hit and has been requested again this year. Very flavorful, we loved it!"

-susospecialties

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"Delicious! I left out the onion and stirred in some scallions before serving instead. Served it with some crusty sourdough bread and it was a delicious meal."

-DeliciousAsItLooks

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Sweet Potato Casserole Roses

"A stunning addition to the Thanksgiving table, this bundle of rose-shaped sweet potatoes will enliven the holidays."

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My Sister's Sweet Potato Bread

"Perfectly moist with just the right amount of sweetness. Baked beautifully, nice and dense. DH nearly ate an entire loaf in one day! This will be the perfect bread for holiday gift giving."

-Hadice

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Cheese-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

"Yummy! Goat cheese and sweet potatoes were meant for each other. I used all ricotta and it was quite cheesy and flavorful."

-Maito

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

"I put all the ingredients (except marshmallows) in my food processor in order to have a smooth consistency. It was delicious!"

-Gwanny Hill

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Pineapple Sweet Potato Muffins

"These low-fat, low-sugar muffins are very good. I'm looking forward to making these again, with the addition of some golden raisins or dried cranberries to boost the flavor a bit."

-Barb 3663

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Sweet Potato Casserole

"This was awesome. The topping makes it exceptional."

-Chef #465659

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Sweet Potato Pie

"This turned out great! I added brown sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon, just for taste preferences. This will be the pie I bring to the holidays."

-Robyn's Kitchen

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Sweet Potato Fries

"I really liked these! I used some corn-starch, which helped make them crispy. This is a really nice way to prepare sweet potatoes."

-Mama Wendy

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Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Cinnamon Pecan Crunch

"This is a delicious recipe for sweet potatoes. I made them for Thanksgiving. Everyone raved about them, and I'll be making them again for Christmas! Thanks for a great recipe."

-icanhavefun

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Baked Sweet Potato Chips

"These are so addictive! I used a mandoline to slice them thin, used a mister for the olive oil and added just a little salt to them."

-Marg (CaymanDesigns)

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Sweet Potato Bread

"This is a nice change of pace from banana and pumpkin breads. I cut the sugar a little and it was still plenty sweet."

-worldmom12

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Sweet Potato Spread

"This was a very different but great dip. It's easy and so healthy. All the flavors really go well together. We ate it with pita chips."

-*Bellinda*

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Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes

"These are awesome. I considered going back to eat leftovers as dessert. lol. Thanks Jackie for a wonderful new keeper."

-lazyme

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Sweet Potato Gratin

"This melts in your mouth, and the combination with the cinnamon is outstanding. The pepper adds another tasty flavor."

-Thorsten

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Skillet Sweet Potatoes

"I normally like my sweet potatoes crispy (as in fries), but this recipe changed my mind. These are flavorful and make for a great side."

-LifeIsGood

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Honey-Roasted Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes were just what I was looking for. Had baked salmon and wanted an easy way to fix sweet potatoes. My husband loved them. They were delicious!"

-Carole in Orlando

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Sweet Potato Casserole

"Wow! Made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone was asking for the recipe."

-brandie_moses

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Maple-Mashed Sweet Potatoes

"We loved this recipe. The flavors turned out great."

-BLUE ROSE

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"Mmmm. What more can I say? I wanted to take a picture of this beautiful dish but it didn't last too long. Thanks!"

-sunshinestarr

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Sweet Potato Patties

"These patties made for a special treat. I liked the combo of brown rice and sweet potato. These are certainly something I'll make again."

-Sydney Mike

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Sweet Potato Banana Muffins

"Made these exactly as directed, minus the nuts as I did not have any in hand. They are delicious! Great texture, slightly dense but still very moist and soft in the middle. Thanks!"

-mamafoxthomson

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Mashed Sweet Potatoes

"The potatoes turned out fantastic and so simple!"

-Naiomi H

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Parmesan-Roasted Sweet Potato Skins

"We really enjoyed the rosemary-and-Parmesan combo on these. I like that these are healthier than regular potato skins."

-Debbwl

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Fried Sweet Potatoes With Honey

"This is such a comfort food! I pan fried them since I don't have a deep frier and that worked very well -- crispy outside and smooth and creamy inside! I loved the honey! They did really well reheated for breakfast (in the microwave). Thanks for posting Little! [Made for Veggie Swap January 2009]"

-SarahBeth

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Latkes (Potato Pancakes)

"These are the best latkes I've ever made. The recipes I've used in the past (at least 3 others over the past 30 years) were okay, but they didn't have that perfect blend of soft potato mush in the middle and crispy outsides. This recipe has both, and good flavor."

-Is it Tasty

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Candied Sweet Potatoes

"Everyone loved these. I think using fresh sweet potatoes is key in the way these taste. I doubled the sauce and sprinkled with pecans."

-Chef #603251

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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

"I never thought I would enjoy cheese with sweet potatoes, but this was outrageously delicious. It's going into our regular recipe rotation."

-Bluemonkey

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Caramelized Sweet Potatoes

"I cooked this in a covered cast-iron skillet and the onions caramelized along with the lightly glazed potatoes. They were a real hit."

-PaulaG

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Old-Fashioned Yams or Sweet Potatoes

"These were really good! It was so easy to prepare, yet fancy enough to serve to company."

-ashlynn08

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Grilled Sweet Potatoes

"This is a great side! I served these with a creamed horseradish sauce for dipping, which adds a tang."

-Jill in LSL

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FAQs

What makes sweet potatoes taste better? ›

So if you want a sweet, sweet potato, you have to cook it until it reaches 135–170°F (57–77°C). And you want to keep sweet potatoes in that range for as long as possible. That will maximize how sweet the potatoes taste.

What are the tips and tricks of sweet potatoes? ›

Selection and storage tips: Choose firm, small- to medium-sized potatoes with smooth skin. Avoid cracks, soft spots and blemishes. Choose sweet potatoes with a bright, uniform color. Store them in a cool, dark, dry place for use within two to three weeks or at room temperature for up to a week.

Are sweet potatoes better in oven or microwave? ›

Can You Cook Sweet Potatoes in the Microwave? Yes, you can! In fact, the shorter cook time will help the sweet potatoes retain more nutrients that are often lost in the long oven-baking process. It's not all that different than baking a sweet potato in the oven, except it's a whole lot faster.

What makes sweet potato a super food? ›

Of the thousands of vegetables available today, sweet potatoes are considered one of the most nutritious. The orange- (or sometimes purple) fleshed vegetables are loaded with minerals and A, B, and C vitamins. This has led to sweet potatoes being called a superfood by many.

Are sweet potatoes healthier than regular potatoes? ›

Though they can both be part of a healthy diet, sweet potatoes are generally healthier than regular potatoes, partly because of their incredibly high vitamin A content. Sweet potatoes are also lower on the glycemic index, meaning that they are less likely than regular potatoes to make your blood sugar spike.

Is it better to boil or bake sweet potatoes? ›

Baking can also cause an 80% drop in vitamin A levels, twice as much as boiling. Therefore, from a nutritional standpoint, boiling rather than baking should be recommended for cooking sweet potato.

Why do you need to soak sweet potatoes before cooking? ›

TIPS & TRICKS to Make this Recipe: The main secrets to achieving that incredible crispy texture, is to soak the cut sweet potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This helps remove the starch from the sweet potatoes so they´re not limp & soggy.

Why do you soak sweet potatoes before baking? ›

The cold water bath helps rinse the starch off the sweet potatoes so they're a bit more crispy. That said, if you do not have the time, you can still get crispy baked sweet potato fries by using high heat and a little drizzle of olive oil.

What's the healthiest way to eat a sweet potato? ›

Boiling sweet potatoes retains more beta-carotene and makes the nutrient more absorbable than other cooking methods such as baking or frying. Up to 92% of the nutrient can be retained by limiting the cook time, such as boiling in a pot with a tightly covered lid for 20 minutes.

Why not to boil sweet potatoes? ›

Despite their sweet taste, these potatoes have an intermediate glycemic index (GI) level, meaning they are digested and absorbed fairly slowly, leading to a more gradual increase in blood sugar levels. But, a lot of these benefits, including nutrients and taste, can be lost by boiling sweet potatoes.

Is microwaving sweet potatoes healthy? ›

It's really the best way. Microwaving sweet potatoes cuts down cook time by 45 to 55 minutes, and, according to a 2018 study, helps maintain the potato's nutritional value. All cooking methods cause foods to lose some of their nutrients, but the quicker your potato cooks, the more nutrients it will retain.

Can dogs eat sweet potatoes? ›

Whether they're mashed, baked, or boiled, sweet potatoes are fine for dogs to eat as long as they're cooked, peeled, and plain. Again, avoid any seasonings or extra ingredients that may be included in “human food” recipes, such as butter, sugar, or salt.

What happen if I eat sweet potato everyday? ›

If you enjoy sweet potatoes, you can absolutely enjoy them daily. However, eating multiple sweet potatoes every day could cause a harmless condition called carotenodermia, where your skin turns yellow-orange. You may also want to be cautious about your sweet potato intake if you have a history of kidney stones.

What is the side effect of sweet potato? ›

Side Effects of Sweet Potatoes:

Sweet potatoes are rich in oxalate content and can result in the formation of kidney stones. Consuming sweet potatoes in excess can result in sweet potato side effects such as Vitamin A toxicity, which is manifested in skin rashes and headaches.

What is the sweet potato mystery? ›

The prevailing explanation is that Polynesian voyagers had sailed to South America and brought the sweet potato back to the islands on their return. Archaeological and genetic data seemed to support this conclusion, although scientists have questioned some of this evidence over the years.

What can I add to sweet potatoes? ›

Additional Seasoning Suggestions
  1. Spicy. Add a 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper to kick things up a notch.
  2. Herb. Add 1 teaspoon dried thyme, basil, or Italian seasoning.
  3. Parmesan. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over the top of your roasted sweet potatoes for a delicious finish.
  4. Ground Cumin. ...
  5. Garlic Powder. ...
  6. Brown Sugar.
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What flavor goes well with sweet potato? ›

It's absolutely delicious to mash sweet potato with honey, butter, nutmeg and cinnamon. rosemary! I make sweet potato fries in the oven with just a pinch of salt and pepper, oil, and a ton of rosemary... absolutely delish!

Why does my sweet potato taste bland? ›

The longer and slower you cook a sweet potato, the more maltose is formed and the sweeter it will taste. So if you want a much less sweet potato try steaming it, or cut it into small pieces and roast on a higher heat.

How do you make a sweet potato taste like a regular potato? ›

There's no trick to it. Sweet potatoes can be prepared pretty much the same as regular potatoes. They can be baked, mashed, and made into fries. To make them taste more like regular potatoes, just season the same.

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