Skillet Sweet Potatoes

Packed with beta-carotene, sweet potatoes are one of the most overlooked vegetables. They also contain phytoestrogens: which may help reduce certain cancer risks, as well as heart disease. They are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.

Ingredients

• 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
• ½ teaspoon finely shredded orange peel
• ½ cup orange juice
• 1 Tablespoon honey
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. In a large skillet bring 1 inch of water to boiling. Add sweet potatoes; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
2. In a small bowl, combine orange peel, orange juice, honey, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour over drained potatoes in skillet.
3. Cook and stir gently until bubbly. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until potatoes are glazed, spooning sauce over potatoes occasionally.

Yield: 4 servings

Per serving:

• Calories 134
• Protein 2 g
• Carbohydrate 31 g
• Fat 0 g
• Cholesterol 0 mg
• Sodium 149 mg
• Potassium 323 mg

Menu Ideas

Great served with roasted turkey breast and a light spinach salad.