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3 Ways to Enjoy Your New Favorite Winter Veggie

I snubbed sweet potatoes (or yams as they’re often called) for far too many years of my life. Luckily, over the past few years I’ve become acquainted in a big way.

Organic sweet potatoes are a delicious winter vegetable that can be easily transformed into a dinner side, snack or even dessert. Plus, an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C and fiber – they’re super nutritious.

Here are three of my favorite ways to enjoy sweet potatoes:

French-fry style:  Preheat the oven to 425. Slice potatoes into wedges or discs (or use a spiralizer if you have one.)  Season the fries with a little pepper, sea salt, garlic and paprika.  Grease pan and toss them in the oven for 40-45 minutes , turning half way through. They’re the perfect, slightly crunchy snack or dinner side.

Cinnamon Treat:  Cut sweet potato in half. Use about a tsp of butter or margarine and top with cinnamon (and sugar if you really enjoy sweet.) Heat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.

‘Italian’ Melt: Poke holes in potato and heat in the stove or microwave. Then, cut in half and scoop out a few tablespoons of the “insides.” Top with goat cheese (mozzarella or cheddar may also work well)  oregano, garlic and pepper. Heat in the stove for  1- minutes at 400. Delicious!

What’s your favorite veggie? Do you tend to eat more fruits and vegetables when it’s warm outside?

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Beth Funari

Beth is a Health and Wellness expert who believes sustainability goes hand-in-hand with self care. She’s the girl whipping up kombucha cocktails at parties, and extolling the benefits of canning vegetables to anyone who will listen.

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