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Smashed Spiced Sweet Potatoes

From EatingWell Magazine October/November 2005 -- Subscribe Now!
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NUTRITION PROFILE:
Low Calorie | Low Carb | Low Sodium | Low Sat Fat | Heart Healthy | Healthy Weight

Chile powder, cumin and ginger combined with a touch of maple syrup create a spicy-sweet flavor addition to a traditional Thanksgiving player.

Makes 12 servings, 1/2 cup each

ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 1 1/4 hours

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

4 pounds sweet potatoes (4-5 large)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, toasted and ground (see Tip)
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Pierce each sweet potato in several places with a fork. Place directly on the oven rack and roast until soft, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Transfer to a cutting board; let stand until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Slip off the skins and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch slices; transfer to a large bowl. Add butter. Smash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher or fork until fluffy but some lumps remain. Add maple syrup, chili powder, ground cumin, ginger, salt and pepper; stir to combine.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 113 calories; 2 g fat (1 g sat, 1 g mono); 5 mg cholesterol; 22 g carbohydrate; 2 g protein; 3 g fiber; 243 mg sodium.
Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (360% daily value), Vitamin C (30% dv).

TIP: Tip: Toast cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool. Grind in a spice mill or blender into a fine powder.

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USER COMMENTS — Add Your Comment

I thought these were very good after I made the following adjustments. I added from 1/8 cup to 1/4 cup of dark rum and then served them in individual ramekins. I dusted the tops with turbinado sugar and then bruleed that with a blow torch. It is really wonderful this way and I know that the sugar and rum add a few more calories, but it really makes the recipe for me.

Anonymous, NY, NY

I have made these potatoes about 5 times since the recipe came out last Thanksgiving. It is always a hit and even my husband who isn't a big fan of sweet potatoes loves them. This recipe has become a stand-by in our house. Highly recommended!

Anonymous, Fargo, ND

I made these first time for Xmas dinner - thought they were great as is but I added too much chili powder so they were SPICY! Went with ground cumin and chipotle chili and whatever maple syrup was in the fridge....

Anonymous, Mission Viejo, CA

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