Tag: Sweet Potatoes

Smashed Sweet Pototoes with Ginger and Honey on an autumn cloth served in a white bowl .

Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Ginger and Honey

Roasted sweet potatoes are easily taken from basic to special when smashed with a few simple additions from the spice drawer. A drizzle of honey also adds an interesting dimension. With these spare embellishments Smashed Sweet Potatoes become completely irresistible.

Pineapple Sweet Potato Salsa in Wonton Cup on small Japanese Plate.

Pineapple Sweet Potato Salsa

The flavors of Pineapple Sweet Potato Salsa are tropical and the colors are rich and warm: sunny yellow pineapple, deep orange sweet potato and crisp white flakes of coconut. Add a squeeze of lime, a touch of spice and a spoonful of honey for a lovely summer salsa.

Black Rice with Gingered Sweet Potatoes served in an asymmetrical white bowl.

Black Rice with Gingered Sweet Potatoes

Interesting and easy to prepare, Black Rice with Gingered Sweet Potatoes is an appealing side dish. Sweet potatoes provide a colorful contrast to the nutty black rice. Ginger brings a touch of sass to the flavor profile. With rich flavor and good nutrition, this recipe is a happy discovery and one that I am eager to share.

Spirited Southern Sweet Potato Bars with toasted pecan topping on a white dessert plate in the garden.

Spirited Southern Sweet Potato Bars

Pretty and appealing, Spirited Southern Sweet Potato bars are easy to like. Until you think about it you’ll scarcely notice the addition of red pepper or the flavor of the bourbon. Even then it’s just a whisper for those who are listening.

Sweet Potato Thyme

This delicious recipe for Thyme Roasted Sweet Potatoes is both sweet and satisfying without added sugar. The herbs and spices alone keep things interesting creating a side dish that is simple to prepare and quite interesting to the palate.

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes topped with macadamia nuts and shredded coconut.

Tropical Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

I wanted these Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes to whisper of warm climates and soft breezes without getting too fussy. I baked them, dressed them simply with banana, coconut and ginger, then topped them with macadamia nuts before putting them back in the oven to brown. The result is an easy to make side dish with a sweet hint of paradise.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Pineapple with Macadamia Nuts and strips of ham.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Pineapple with Macadamia Nuts

This delicious side dish pairs sweet potatoes with pineapple and macadamia nuts. The flavor suggests warm island breezes. Both the sweet potatoes and the pineapple are brushed with a savory herbed balsamic dressing and roasted, then tossed with candied macadamia nuts for a contrasting crunch.

Cauliflower Pakoras with Cilantro Mint Sauce

I think that I would have to say cauliflower is one of my favorite vegetables. While I tend to cook broccoli more often because of its bright color and contrast, cauliflower seems to have so much more potential. When roasted it has a delicious nutty flavor. In a stir fry […]

Cranberry Salsa in a glass serving dish surrounded by Baked Sweet Potato Chips

Cranberry Salsa with Sweet Potato Chips

Cranberries and chiles make an intriguing flavor combination even before you add the ginger, cilantro and honey. Taken as a whole, this unique Cranberry Salsa offers a nice change of pace to a familiar holiday menu. Serve with baked Sweet Potato Chips for added seasonal appeal.

Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Pecans served in a Courier and Ives Ironstone serving bowl.

Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Pecans

Bacon and onion add a savory balance to brown sugar and sweet potatoes in this delicious side dish. Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Pecans integrates flavors that work perfectly with a holiday menu while keeping it simple and nutritious enough to be welcome all year.