Sweet Potato Casserolethe buttery texture and sweet, yet savory taste, makes this dish a Thanksgiving favorite. The various minerals and vitamins in this beat-carotene spud also make this dish the crown of health benefits, including healthy digestion (hello, infamous thanksgiving indigestion), at any table.
Skip the butter and cream to maximize your benefits of consuming this delicious dish. The following are some health-conscious, but still delicious, options.
Here is a scrumptious recipe that gets its fully-loaded flavor from honey and freshly grated orange zest.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, (3 medium), peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 cup low-fat milk
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 teaspoons frozen orange juice concentrate
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Sound delicious? Click here for the rest of the directions at eatingwell.com.
Heres a less fat, dessert version of this holiday dish thats perfect for fussy children.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter, cubed
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
Cant wait to see your child inhale their vegetable dish? Click here for the directions at allrecipes.com
