Sweet Potato Delight recipe
I love sweet potato pie. My mom makes the one that can not be topped by anyone. I’ve learned so much from her over the years. This sweet potato recipe is quick, easy and delicious. Now you may wonder why I am not posting the recipe for her sweet potato pie……Well let’s just say, I am being an obedient daughter. I think every family have recipe secrets and sometimes even when the recipe is passed down, that one special technique or extra special ingredient is left out!
Well I added a few extras to make this potato extra special. Everyone knows that butter makes everything taste better, so I added a little. I even added brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans. The crunchiest of the pecans gives it a much need contrast in textures. This dish can be served as a side or even a dessert. Here’s what I did.
1. Wash each potato under running water to clean
2. Dry Completely
3. Wrap in aluminum foil
4. Bake for 15 minutes at 400 degrees (until tender enough to pierce with a fork)
5. Let cool and unwrap.
6. Slice open the warm potato
7. Top with 1/4 tablespoon of butter, lightly sprinkle with cinnamon, brown sugar and roasted pecan.
Serve warm.
Twice Baked Potato!
Well I am on an adventure that I believe is going to change my life for the better. As of March 10th I will officially be a part of the Slim Down for Summer Challenge sponsored by Working Women of Tampa Bay. So this week in keeping the same train of thought as most people, I had to get my splurge on! For the next 3 months I will be completely and totally dedicated to winning this challenge. Oh, did I mention that the person with the highest percentage of weight lose win a Beach Getaway valued at $500 and a $200 spa gift certificate from Advanced Aesthetics and a Spice Session valued at $300. The grand prize is a NEW YOU. Did I hear motivation! So the race is on. I will miss very much these potatoes but while I am off eating veggie sandwiches and Tofu I will leave you with this wonderful recipe.
Just kidding, I don’t like tofu very much and as promised I will keep you informed on my exercise plan and new way of eating. I hope that you join me. Who wants to carry around those extra pounds this summer. I don’t although I have a very long way to go, I am planning on melting away as many pounds as possible before the 100+ degree heat INVADES Florida.
Twice Baked Potatoes
Bake 4 large Baking potatoes at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Let cool and follow these easy step-by-step photo instructions
Remove the inside of the potato from the skin with a spoon. Be care not to tear the skin.
To my bowl I have added 3/4 cup grated white cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, a handful of chives chopped finely, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
After all the ingredients have been mixed well together, scoop mixture back into potato skins and bake for 7 to 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the potatoes and nicely browned.
Top with sour cream and a few chives and serve! There’s one toppings I didn’t add to this potato~BACON!! Maybe next time. Enjoy
