Sweet potatoes are the perfect holiday dish. They are sweet, and leave you with memories of holidays past. Most people think of the traditional sweet potato pie when sweet potatoes are mentioned, but there are many new recipes, which are far from tradition.
Top Recipes for 2008
Yahoo has chosen the top rated sweet potato recipes this year and put them into a comprehensive list. While some recipes remind us of the sweet potatoes we all remember from Thanksgiving dinner, others are very unique.
This year cooks have become very creative with this vegetable. They have made it into pies, cakes, sides, and more. These are the new popular ways to cook sweet potatoes during the holidays.
Sweet Potatoes and Steak
Recently this recipe of a Moroccan Grilled Steak paired with sweet potatoes has been very popular. Although it is hard to imagine sweet potatoes without turkey, it is something you might want to try. This recipe is found on EatingWell.com and has been highly rated. So maybe give it a try.
Candied Sweet Potatoes
This recipe reminds us of the past potatoes we all ate around the Thanksgiving table, but this one will melt your mouth. It consists of taking fresh sweet potatoes, mashing them, and drizzling them with a mixture of sugar, butter, water and salt just as you typically expect. The twist is a dash of bourbon is added to this for taste. For more details check out Epicurious.
White Chocolate Sweet Potato Cake
Who would have thought, you can have your cake and sweet potatoes too! This recipe will leave you with a delicious four layer sweet potato cake from Martha Stewart.com. The layers are intertwined with frosting, and the top is covered with macadamia nuts. This recipe is definitely recommended to those with a sweet tooth looking for a creative dessert idea this year! This recipe is also an Epicurious discovery.
Sweet Potato Fries
Love french fries? Well, why not try some sweet potato fries. The sweet potatoes are peeled, cut into wedges, salt and peppered, and stuck in the oven. It may seem a little strange at first, but these fries are easy to make, taste great, and are a creative addition to your meal. The recipe can be made to feed a small or very large gathering. The recipe can be found at Eating Well.com.
Trying to make some of these recipes can be a great way to bring together your family and enjoy time together. Everyone will have a great time being creative, and the outcome will give your guests plenty to talk about. You can find more recipes at Suite 101.
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