Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals (particularly vitamins A and C) and they are higher in complex carbohydrates than ordinary potatoes, so as well as helping to regulate blood-sugar levels, they will also make you feel fuller for longer. …Could be good news for dieters therefore (not that any of us are thinking about diets right now)!
Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Makes 6 – 8 servings
Ingredients:
4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-1/2 inch thick rounds
3 tablespoons of olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespons of fresh thyme leaves or a healthy sprinkling of any dried herb you fancy – I suggest ‘mixed’ herbs or oregano
Half a teaspoon of salt
Half a teaspoon of red pepper flakes (if you can’t get these you could substitute paprika)
Set the oven at 230C / 450F / Gas mark 8
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Pre-heat the oven. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and toss. Arrange the potato slices in a single layer on a heavyweight, rimmed baking sheet or in a 13×9-inch baking dish. Place on top rack of oven and roast until tender and slightly browned – about 35 – 40 minutes.
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with thyme sprigs.
Art:Rene Gruau
Art:Rene Gruau
