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Honey-Pineapple Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
  • 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, optional

Directions

  • Place sweet potatoes and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain.
  • Drain crushed pineapple, reserving juice. In a large bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, pineapple chunks and sweet potatoes. Transfer to a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine honey and reserved juice; pour over sweet potatoes.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10 minutes. Stir; sprinkle with pecans if desired. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until heated through. Yield: 13 servings.

 

 

Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup (calculated without pecans) equals 105 calories, trace fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 1 g protein. Diabetic Exchange: 2 starch.

Mexican Deviled Eggs

A different kind of deviled egg, and one that is sure to please.

6 Eggs,Hard Boiled
1/3 c Low Sodium Salsa
2 sl Low Sodium Bacon,Cooked & Crumbled
1 T Mayonnaise

Peel and cut eggs in half lengthwise. Mash the yolks and mix with salsa, bacon, and mayonnaise. Fill the egg whites with the yolk mixture and chill. Garnish with small sprigs or parsley or cilantro.

Yield: 6 Servings

Sodium Category: LowSodium

Sodium 132 mg

Herb And Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Kick up the flavor of mashed potatoes without adding a lot of sodium

1 1/2 lb Potatoes
4 oz Cream Cheese
4 T Unsalted Butter
1/4 c Milk
1/4 t Garlic Powder
1 T Dried Parsley
1/2 t Thyme

Peel potatoes and cube. Boil in water until soft, drain thoroughly. Mash with electric mixer or potato masher until smooth. Stir in cheese and melted butter. Add milk and mix until smooth. Stir in herbs. Adjust the amount of milk to achieve the desired consistency.

Yield: 6 Servings

Sodium Category: LowSodium

Sodium 66 mg