sweet potatoes Archives - foodisinthehouse.com foodisinthehouse.com Mon, 05 Jun 2023 08:14:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://foodisinthehouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-favicon_wp-32x32.png sweet potatoes Archives - foodisinthehouse.com 32 32 Understanding the Differences Between Yams and Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/understanding-the-differences-between-yams-and-sweet-potatoes/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 12:09:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=24696 There are many foods that share strong similarities with other foods, and one great example of this is the pairing of yams and sweet potatoes. These two starchy root veggies often spark bundles of confusion regarding which is which—but no longer! Here’s a quick guide regarding the main differences between yams and sweet potatoes. Settling […]

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]]> There are many foods that share strong similarities with other foods, and one great example of this is the pairing of yams and sweet potatoes. These two starchy root veggies often spark bundles of confusion regarding which is which—but no longer! Here’s a quick guide regarding the main differences between yams and sweet potatoes.

Settling the Score

First things first, let’s clear up the misconception: what you typically find in your local grocery store labeled as “yams” are actually sweet potatoes. In fact, true yams are not commonly found in most Western markets. When you think of yams, picture a tropical tuber with rough skin and a starchy interior, quite distinct from the sweet potato’s orange flesh.

Sweet Potatoes Are More Diverse Than You Think

Sweet potatoes come in various colors ranging from orange and yellow to white and even purple. Each variety boasts its unique flavor profile, sweetness, and texture. So, whether you prefer a sweeter and moister sweet potato or a drier and starchier one, there’s a sweet potato out there to suit your taste buds.

Different Origin Stories

Another key difference lies in the geographical origins. Yams are primarily found in Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, whereas sweet potatoes have their roots in Central and South America. However, due to historical reasons, the term “yam” is often used interchangeably with sweet potatoes in certain regions, leading to confusion.

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]]> The Best Sweet Potato Fries You’ll Ever Taste https://foodisinthehouse.com/the-best-sweet-potato-fries-youll-ever-taste/ Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:43:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=9598 Sweet potato fries have slowly but surely emerged as one of the greatest finger foods of our modern generation. You can find them at sports bars, family get-togethers, and even in your college dorm room. They’re incredibly easy to make and super tasty—but we can assure you that this sweet potato fry recipe is the […]

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]]> Sweet potato fries have slowly but surely emerged as one of the greatest finger foods of our modern generation. You can find them at sports bars, family get-togethers, and even in your college dorm room. They’re incredibly easy to make and super tasty—but we can assure you that this sweet potato fry recipe is the best of all. Let’s get into it!

Ingredients:

  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled with ends trimmed
  • 1 egg white
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions:

Step One:

Before you begin the process, preheat your oven to 450 F, and cover a large pan with parchment paper.

Once your sweet potatoes have been rinsed, peeled, and trimmed, chop them up into french fry-style shapes. This part of the process is really up to you, since you can make them as big or small as you want.

Step Two:

Next, place the egg white into a separate bowl and whisk it until it’s foamy. In a completely different large bowl, mix the olive oil, water, garlic powder, cumin, sugar, paprika, and pepper.

Take the chopped sweet potatoes and dress them in the foamy egg white liquid, before dressing them up in the spice mixture as well. Once each sweet potato fry is dressed, lay them out on the pan and sprinkle them with salt.

Step Three:

Roast the sweet potato fries uncovered in the oven for a total of 20 minutes. Transfer them to a serving plate and enjoy!

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]]> Niki Webster Will Make You See Sweet Potatoes in a Whole New Light https://foodisinthehouse.com/niki-webster-will-make-you-see-sweet-potatoes-in-a-whole-new-light/ Sat, 11 Dec 2021 09:52:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=17511 Sweet potatoes are much healthier and more nutritious than regular ones, and the list of dishes you can make with them is pretty much endless. Niki Webster knows this best, and her food blog Rebel Recipes is a great source of inspiration for all the sweet potato lovers out there. Sweet Potato Hummus In one […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes are much healthier and more nutritious than regular ones, and the list of dishes you can make with them is pretty much endless. Niki Webster knows this best, and her food blog Rebel Recipes is a great source of inspiration for all the sweet potato lovers out there.

Sweet Potato Hummus

In one of her most popular sweet potato recipes, Webster will teach you how to roast sweet potatoes to perfection – but that’s just the beginning. Once they’re done roasting, you can use them to make perfectly delicious hummus, together with chickpeas, garlic, tahini, and more.

Sweet Potato Mash

If you’ve never tried mashed sweet potatoes, now’s the time! You can make them even tastier by serving them with black beans, some fresh herbs, and creamy plant-based yogurt.

Indian Spiced Sweet Potatoes

There are many different ways to prepare stuffed sweet potatoes, and Webster decided to spice things up with her take on this popular dish. Her roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with a long list of different spices, while tomatoes, peas, and plant-based yogurt are used as a stuffing.

Sweet Potato and Harissa Soup

Potato soup is never going out of style, and you can make it even more nutritious by replacing regular potatoes with the sweet variety.

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]]> What’s the Difference Between Yams and Sweet Potatoes? https://foodisinthehouse.com/whats-the-difference-between-yams-and-sweet-potatoes/ Tue, 02 Nov 2021 16:56:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=17092 Many of us often use the words “yam” and “sweet potato” interchangeably, but the truth is, sweet potatoes and yams are not one and the same! They’re two different plants. With fall coming up, it’s the perfect time to settle this issue once and for all and explain the main differences between the two. Botanical […]

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]]> Many of us often use the words “yam” and “sweet potato” interchangeably, but the truth is, sweet potatoes and yams are not one and the same! They’re two different plants. With fall coming up, it’s the perfect time to settle this issue once and for all and explain the main differences between the two.

Botanical Family

Even though yams and sweet potatoes look a bit similar, they don’t belong in the same botanical family. While sweet potatoes belong in the bindweed or morning glory family, yams belong in a different family called Dioscoreaceae.

Looks

Yams and sweet potatoes differentiate in their skin color, too. Yams have a rather rough, brown skin, and sweet potatoes have a thinner, commonly-orange skin. Other than the orange sweet potatoes we all know and love, there are also white and purple sweet potatoes.

Texture

Well, the two plants are not too different in texture, actually. However, yams tend to be a bit starchier than sweet potatoes.

Taste

This one probably won’t be a big surprise, since one of them actually has the word sweet in its name: while sweet potatoes have that signature sweet taste that we all know and love, yams aren’t particularly sweet and have a taste similar to the one of a regular potato.

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]]> 3 Sweet Potato Recipes Because ‘Tis the Season https://foodisinthehouse.com/3-sweet-potato-recipes-because-tis-the-season/ Sat, 16 Oct 2021 17:05:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=16800 Oh, the sweet potato. Is there another food that is more satisfying? With all of the heartiness of a potato but a prettier color and a sweeter flavor, the sweet potato is everything we’re looking for in a seasonal fall vegetable. If you feel the same way, here are three recipes that we highly recommend […]

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]]> Oh, the sweet potato. Is there another food that is more satisfying? With all of the heartiness of a potato but a prettier color and a sweeter flavor, the sweet potato is everything we’re looking for in a seasonal fall vegetable. If you feel the same way, here are three recipes that we highly recommend you make.

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Biscuits are already so autumn-y and delicious even when made the normal way. But add sweet potatoes to the recipe and they become three times as exciting, and prettier, too! This recipe is incredibly satisfying and well worth considering as a candidate to add to your next Thanksgiving dinner.

Sweet Potato Power Bowl

Just because sweet potatoes are a carb doesn’t mean that they can’t be part of a very healthy meal. That’s where this sweet potato power bowl comes in. Made with beans, sprouts, avocado, hummus, and of course sweet potatoes, they are vegetarian, good for you, and super easy to make.

Sweet Potato Latkes

Typically made from regular potatoes, latkes are a delightful treat that not nearly enough people have tried, with a crispy texture that perfectly complements applesauce or sour cream. Now, making them with sweet potatoes? That’s an innovation you can be grateful for (pun intended!)

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]]> Delicious Dairy-Free Sweet Potato Bread https://foodisinthehouse.com/delicious-dairy-free-sweet-potato-bread/ Wed, 15 Sep 2021 18:16:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=16149 Sweet potato bread is a little less well-known than banana or pumpkin bread, but it is just as delicious. It’s a cozy fall-appropriate flavor packed into a moist, cakey bread to which you can add nuts or even chocolate chips if you like. This is a great baked good to bring to seasonal gatherings or […]

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]]> Sweet potato bread is a little less well-known than banana or pumpkin bread, but it is just as delicious. It’s a cozy fall-appropriate flavor packed into a moist, cakey bread to which you can add nuts or even chocolate chips if you like. This is a great baked good to bring to seasonal gatherings or to make for yourself to eat for snacks and breakfast. It also happens to be naturally dairy-free and can be made extra healthy with whole wheat flour depending on your needs.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large sweet potato, cooked and mashed, or about 1 cup of puree
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup oil
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 1 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, or a large pinch each of cloves, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and/or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cream oil and honey in a large bowl, then beat in the eggs one at a time.
  2. Next, stir in the sweet potato until well combined.
  3. Finally, sift together dry ingredients and add and combine them little by little, alternating with hot water.
  4. Pour into a loaf tin and bake at 325 F for 40-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

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]]> Sweet Potato Lovers Have to Try Making These Delicious Drinks https://foodisinthehouse.com/sweet-potato-lovers-have-to-try-making-these-delicious-drinks/ Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:59:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=15027 Sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile veggies on the market because they can be used in both sweet and savory dishes and taste just as amazing. They’re so versatile that you can even consume them in liquid form, and here are some of the best beverages you can use them in. Sweet Potato […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile veggies on the market because they can be used in both sweet and savory dishes and taste just as amazing. They’re so versatile that you can even consume them in liquid form, and here are some of the best beverages you can use them in.

Sweet Potato Latte

You’ve heard of vanilla, caramel, and pumpkin spice latte, but how about adding some sweet potatoes to this popular coffee drink? This beverage will satisfy your sweet and caffeine cravings at once, and its taste is truly remarkable.

Sweet Potato Smoothies

Smoothies can be made with pretty much anything if you’re creative enough, and sweet potatoes are no exception. Add them to your smoothies to give them a sweet taste and some extra creaminess.

Sweet Potato Juice

Juice is another popular beverage that can be made with sweet potatoes, but it’s common to mix it up with other fruits and veggies for better taste and texture. Carrots, oranges, and apples are some of the most popular options. 

Sweet Potato Cocktails

If you’re a huge cocktail enthusiast and always in the mood to experiment with different flavors, mix things up by adding some sweet potatoes to your drink.

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]]> Amazing Desserts That You Can Make with Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/amazing-desserts-that-you-can-make-with-sweet-potatoes/ Sat, 27 Mar 2021 13:55:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=10537 Thanks to their very specific flavor, sweet potatoes can be used to make all sorts of dishes—both savory and sweet. If you still haven’t tried making any desserts with this healthy and versatile veggie, these five are a good place to start. Sweet Potato Smoothie If you’re still not ready to fully experiment with sweet […]

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]]> Thanks to their very specific flavor, sweet potatoes can be used to make all sorts of dishes—both savory and sweet. If you still haven’t tried making any desserts with this healthy and versatile veggie, these five are a good place to start.

Sweet Potato Smoothie

If you’re still not ready to fully experiment with sweet potato and want to start things off with a basic recipe you can’t go wrong with, smoothies are always a good idea.

Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potato pie is one of the most popular dishes you could possibly make with this veggie, so it’s time to start mastering your own recipe ASAP.

Sweet Potato Cookies

If you’re looking for a way to add a twist on your favorite chocolate chip cookies, how about adding some sweet potatoes to the batter?

Sweet Potato Cheesecake

You can bake all sorts of different cakes with sweet potatoes, but if cheesecake happens to be your absolute favorite, it’s time to give this dessert a try.

Sweet Potato Cupcakes

If making a full cake simply isn’t your thing, take baby steps with sweet potato cupcakes that taste just as delicious.

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]]> 5 Common Mistakes You’re Making with Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/5-common-mistakes-youre-making-with-sweet-potatoes/ Sat, 20 Feb 2021 16:30:30 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=9830 Sweet potatoes are one of the “it” foods everyone seems to be raving about right now, and if you want to get the best out of them, make sure to avoid these five mistakes. Fridge Storage Like regular potatoes, this veggie shouldn’t be stored inside your refrigerator. It’s quite durable, as long as you keep […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes are one of the “it” foods everyone seems to be raving about right now, and if you want to get the best out of them, make sure to avoid these five mistakes.

Fridge Storage

Like regular potatoes, this veggie shouldn’t be stored inside your refrigerator. It’s quite durable, as long as you keep it in a cool, dark environment.

Ditching the Skin

As long as you wash your sweet potatoes properly, there’s no need to ditch the skin, because it’s actually one of its most nutritious parts.

Sticking to Savory Meals

Sweet potatoes are a pretty versatile veggie, and they shouldn’t be reserved for savory meals alone. There are many pretty popular sweet potato-based desserts that you can experiment with.

Careful with Boiling

Boiling sweet potatoes may be the most effortless way to prepare them, but it won’t positively impact their nutritional content. Water will strip them of their healthy nutrients, so try to get a little bit more creative when picking a dish you’re going to use them in.

Bruised Potatoes

Be extremely careful when buying sweet potatoes and avoid the ones with blemishes and bruises because their flash has been exposed and they’ve already started going bad.

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]]> Delicious Chocolate Milkshake You Can Make with Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/delicious-chocolate-milkshake-you-can-make-with-sweet-potatoes/ Sat, 26 Sep 2020 06:12:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=7304 Sweet potatoes probably aren’t an ingredient you thought of adding to your milkshake, but they’re actually a match made in heaven. Their creamy and sweet flavor perfectly complements chocolate, leading to a surprisingly delicious milkshake you can’t get any other way. This unusual, yet amazing recipe was shared by Nisha Vora of Rainbow Plant Life. […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes probably aren’t an ingredient you thought of adding to your milkshake, but they’re actually a match made in heaven. Their creamy and sweet flavor perfectly complements chocolate, leading to a surprisingly delicious milkshake you can’t get any other way.

This unusual, yet amazing recipe was shared by Nisha Vora of Rainbow Plant Life. In addition to sweet potatoes, you’ll also need frozen bananas, and cocoa powder to get it done—and you can make it 100% vegan by using the right ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
  • 3 cups creamy plant-based milk
  • 3 large, ripe frozen bananas
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. After preheating the oven to 400ºF, bake your sweet potatoes on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet for approximately 40-60 minutes, until tender. After letting the potatoes cool down, slide the skins off before adding them to the blender.
  2. Add plant-based milk, frozen bananas, cacao powder, maple syrup, cinnamon, and ginger to the blender with the sweet potato flesh.
  3. Blend the ingredients until bananas and sweet potatoes turn into puree. The mixture should be thick, smooth, and creamy, and you can make it sweeter if needed by adding maple syrup.
  4. Pour the milkshake into glasses, and top with melted dark chocolate, vegan chocolate chips, coconut whipped cream, or non-dairy whipped topping if desired.
  5. Store leftover for up to two days in the fridge.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> sweet potatoes Archives - foodisinthehouse.com foodisinthehouse.com Mon, 05 Jun 2023 08:14:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://foodisinthehouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-favicon_wp-32x32.png sweet potatoes Archives - foodisinthehouse.com 32 32 Understanding the Differences Between Yams and Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/understanding-the-differences-between-yams-and-sweet-potatoes/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 12:09:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=24696 There are many foods that share strong similarities with other foods, and one great example of this is the pairing of yams and sweet potatoes. These two starchy root veggies often spark bundles of confusion regarding which is which—but no longer! Here’s a quick guide regarding the main differences between yams and sweet potatoes. Settling […]

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]]> There are many foods that share strong similarities with other foods, and one great example of this is the pairing of yams and sweet potatoes. These two starchy root veggies often spark bundles of confusion regarding which is which—but no longer! Here’s a quick guide regarding the main differences between yams and sweet potatoes.

Settling the Score

First things first, let’s clear up the misconception: what you typically find in your local grocery store labeled as “yams” are actually sweet potatoes. In fact, true yams are not commonly found in most Western markets. When you think of yams, picture a tropical tuber with rough skin and a starchy interior, quite distinct from the sweet potato’s orange flesh.

Sweet Potatoes Are More Diverse Than You Think

Sweet potatoes come in various colors ranging from orange and yellow to white and even purple. Each variety boasts its unique flavor profile, sweetness, and texture. So, whether you prefer a sweeter and moister sweet potato or a drier and starchier one, there’s a sweet potato out there to suit your taste buds.

Different Origin Stories

Another key difference lies in the geographical origins. Yams are primarily found in Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, whereas sweet potatoes have their roots in Central and South America. However, due to historical reasons, the term “yam” is often used interchangeably with sweet potatoes in certain regions, leading to confusion.

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]]> The Best Sweet Potato Fries You’ll Ever Taste https://foodisinthehouse.com/the-best-sweet-potato-fries-youll-ever-taste/ Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:43:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=9598 Sweet potato fries have slowly but surely emerged as one of the greatest finger foods of our modern generation. You can find them at sports bars, family get-togethers, and even in your college dorm room. They’re incredibly easy to make and super tasty—but we can assure you that this sweet potato fry recipe is the […]

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]]> Sweet potato fries have slowly but surely emerged as one of the greatest finger foods of our modern generation. You can find them at sports bars, family get-togethers, and even in your college dorm room. They’re incredibly easy to make and super tasty—but we can assure you that this sweet potato fry recipe is the best of all. Let’s get into it!

Ingredients:

  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled with ends trimmed
  • 1 egg white
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions:

Step One:

Before you begin the process, preheat your oven to 450 F, and cover a large pan with parchment paper.

Once your sweet potatoes have been rinsed, peeled, and trimmed, chop them up into french fry-style shapes. This part of the process is really up to you, since you can make them as big or small as you want.

Step Two:

Next, place the egg white into a separate bowl and whisk it until it’s foamy. In a completely different large bowl, mix the olive oil, water, garlic powder, cumin, sugar, paprika, and pepper.

Take the chopped sweet potatoes and dress them in the foamy egg white liquid, before dressing them up in the spice mixture as well. Once each sweet potato fry is dressed, lay them out on the pan and sprinkle them with salt.

Step Three:

Roast the sweet potato fries uncovered in the oven for a total of 20 minutes. Transfer them to a serving plate and enjoy!

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]]> Niki Webster Will Make You See Sweet Potatoes in a Whole New Light https://foodisinthehouse.com/niki-webster-will-make-you-see-sweet-potatoes-in-a-whole-new-light/ Sat, 11 Dec 2021 09:52:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=17511 Sweet potatoes are much healthier and more nutritious than regular ones, and the list of dishes you can make with them is pretty much endless. Niki Webster knows this best, and her food blog Rebel Recipes is a great source of inspiration for all the sweet potato lovers out there. Sweet Potato Hummus In one […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes are much healthier and more nutritious than regular ones, and the list of dishes you can make with them is pretty much endless. Niki Webster knows this best, and her food blog Rebel Recipes is a great source of inspiration for all the sweet potato lovers out there.

Sweet Potato Hummus

In one of her most popular sweet potato recipes, Webster will teach you how to roast sweet potatoes to perfection – but that’s just the beginning. Once they’re done roasting, you can use them to make perfectly delicious hummus, together with chickpeas, garlic, tahini, and more.

Sweet Potato Mash

If you’ve never tried mashed sweet potatoes, now’s the time! You can make them even tastier by serving them with black beans, some fresh herbs, and creamy plant-based yogurt.

Indian Spiced Sweet Potatoes

There are many different ways to prepare stuffed sweet potatoes, and Webster decided to spice things up with her take on this popular dish. Her roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with a long list of different spices, while tomatoes, peas, and plant-based yogurt are used as a stuffing.

Sweet Potato and Harissa Soup

Potato soup is never going out of style, and you can make it even more nutritious by replacing regular potatoes with the sweet variety.

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]]> What’s the Difference Between Yams and Sweet Potatoes? https://foodisinthehouse.com/whats-the-difference-between-yams-and-sweet-potatoes/ Tue, 02 Nov 2021 16:56:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=17092 Many of us often use the words “yam” and “sweet potato” interchangeably, but the truth is, sweet potatoes and yams are not one and the same! They’re two different plants. With fall coming up, it’s the perfect time to settle this issue once and for all and explain the main differences between the two. Botanical […]

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]]> Many of us often use the words “yam” and “sweet potato” interchangeably, but the truth is, sweet potatoes and yams are not one and the same! They’re two different plants. With fall coming up, it’s the perfect time to settle this issue once and for all and explain the main differences between the two.

Botanical Family

Even though yams and sweet potatoes look a bit similar, they don’t belong in the same botanical family. While sweet potatoes belong in the bindweed or morning glory family, yams belong in a different family called Dioscoreaceae.

Looks

Yams and sweet potatoes differentiate in their skin color, too. Yams have a rather rough, brown skin, and sweet potatoes have a thinner, commonly-orange skin. Other than the orange sweet potatoes we all know and love, there are also white and purple sweet potatoes.

Texture

Well, the two plants are not too different in texture, actually. However, yams tend to be a bit starchier than sweet potatoes.

Taste

This one probably won’t be a big surprise, since one of them actually has the word sweet in its name: while sweet potatoes have that signature sweet taste that we all know and love, yams aren’t particularly sweet and have a taste similar to the one of a regular potato.

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]]> 3 Sweet Potato Recipes Because ‘Tis the Season https://foodisinthehouse.com/3-sweet-potato-recipes-because-tis-the-season/ Sat, 16 Oct 2021 17:05:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=16800 Oh, the sweet potato. Is there another food that is more satisfying? With all of the heartiness of a potato but a prettier color and a sweeter flavor, the sweet potato is everything we’re looking for in a seasonal fall vegetable. If you feel the same way, here are three recipes that we highly recommend […]

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]]> Oh, the sweet potato. Is there another food that is more satisfying? With all of the heartiness of a potato but a prettier color and a sweeter flavor, the sweet potato is everything we’re looking for in a seasonal fall vegetable. If you feel the same way, here are three recipes that we highly recommend you make.

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Biscuits are already so autumn-y and delicious even when made the normal way. But add sweet potatoes to the recipe and they become three times as exciting, and prettier, too! This recipe is incredibly satisfying and well worth considering as a candidate to add to your next Thanksgiving dinner.

Sweet Potato Power Bowl

Just because sweet potatoes are a carb doesn’t mean that they can’t be part of a very healthy meal. That’s where this sweet potato power bowl comes in. Made with beans, sprouts, avocado, hummus, and of course sweet potatoes, they are vegetarian, good for you, and super easy to make.

Sweet Potato Latkes

Typically made from regular potatoes, latkes are a delightful treat that not nearly enough people have tried, with a crispy texture that perfectly complements applesauce or sour cream. Now, making them with sweet potatoes? That’s an innovation you can be grateful for (pun intended!)

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]]> Delicious Dairy-Free Sweet Potato Bread https://foodisinthehouse.com/delicious-dairy-free-sweet-potato-bread/ Wed, 15 Sep 2021 18:16:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=16149 Sweet potato bread is a little less well-known than banana or pumpkin bread, but it is just as delicious. It’s a cozy fall-appropriate flavor packed into a moist, cakey bread to which you can add nuts or even chocolate chips if you like. This is a great baked good to bring to seasonal gatherings or […]

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]]> Sweet potato bread is a little less well-known than banana or pumpkin bread, but it is just as delicious. It’s a cozy fall-appropriate flavor packed into a moist, cakey bread to which you can add nuts or even chocolate chips if you like. This is a great baked good to bring to seasonal gatherings or to make for yourself to eat for snacks and breakfast. It also happens to be naturally dairy-free and can be made extra healthy with whole wheat flour depending on your needs.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large sweet potato, cooked and mashed, or about 1 cup of puree
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup oil
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 1 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, or a large pinch each of cloves, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and/or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cream oil and honey in a large bowl, then beat in the eggs one at a time.
  2. Next, stir in the sweet potato until well combined.
  3. Finally, sift together dry ingredients and add and combine them little by little, alternating with hot water.
  4. Pour into a loaf tin and bake at 325 F for 40-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

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]]> Sweet Potato Lovers Have to Try Making These Delicious Drinks https://foodisinthehouse.com/sweet-potato-lovers-have-to-try-making-these-delicious-drinks/ Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:59:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=15027 Sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile veggies on the market because they can be used in both sweet and savory dishes and taste just as amazing. They’re so versatile that you can even consume them in liquid form, and here are some of the best beverages you can use them in. Sweet Potato […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile veggies on the market because they can be used in both sweet and savory dishes and taste just as amazing. They’re so versatile that you can even consume them in liquid form, and here are some of the best beverages you can use them in.

Sweet Potato Latte

You’ve heard of vanilla, caramel, and pumpkin spice latte, but how about adding some sweet potatoes to this popular coffee drink? This beverage will satisfy your sweet and caffeine cravings at once, and its taste is truly remarkable.

Sweet Potato Smoothies

Smoothies can be made with pretty much anything if you’re creative enough, and sweet potatoes are no exception. Add them to your smoothies to give them a sweet taste and some extra creaminess.

Sweet Potato Juice

Juice is another popular beverage that can be made with sweet potatoes, but it’s common to mix it up with other fruits and veggies for better taste and texture. Carrots, oranges, and apples are some of the most popular options. 

Sweet Potato Cocktails

If you’re a huge cocktail enthusiast and always in the mood to experiment with different flavors, mix things up by adding some sweet potatoes to your drink.

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]]> Amazing Desserts That You Can Make with Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/amazing-desserts-that-you-can-make-with-sweet-potatoes/ Sat, 27 Mar 2021 13:55:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=10537 Thanks to their very specific flavor, sweet potatoes can be used to make all sorts of dishes—both savory and sweet. If you still haven’t tried making any desserts with this healthy and versatile veggie, these five are a good place to start. Sweet Potato Smoothie If you’re still not ready to fully experiment with sweet […]

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]]> Thanks to their very specific flavor, sweet potatoes can be used to make all sorts of dishes—both savory and sweet. If you still haven’t tried making any desserts with this healthy and versatile veggie, these five are a good place to start.

Sweet Potato Smoothie

If you’re still not ready to fully experiment with sweet potato and want to start things off with a basic recipe you can’t go wrong with, smoothies are always a good idea.

Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potato pie is one of the most popular dishes you could possibly make with this veggie, so it’s time to start mastering your own recipe ASAP.

Sweet Potato Cookies

If you’re looking for a way to add a twist on your favorite chocolate chip cookies, how about adding some sweet potatoes to the batter?

Sweet Potato Cheesecake

You can bake all sorts of different cakes with sweet potatoes, but if cheesecake happens to be your absolute favorite, it’s time to give this dessert a try.

Sweet Potato Cupcakes

If making a full cake simply isn’t your thing, take baby steps with sweet potato cupcakes that taste just as delicious.

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]]> 5 Common Mistakes You’re Making with Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/5-common-mistakes-youre-making-with-sweet-potatoes/ Sat, 20 Feb 2021 16:30:30 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=9830 Sweet potatoes are one of the “it” foods everyone seems to be raving about right now, and if you want to get the best out of them, make sure to avoid these five mistakes. Fridge Storage Like regular potatoes, this veggie shouldn’t be stored inside your refrigerator. It’s quite durable, as long as you keep […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes are one of the “it” foods everyone seems to be raving about right now, and if you want to get the best out of them, make sure to avoid these five mistakes.

Fridge Storage

Like regular potatoes, this veggie shouldn’t be stored inside your refrigerator. It’s quite durable, as long as you keep it in a cool, dark environment.

Ditching the Skin

As long as you wash your sweet potatoes properly, there’s no need to ditch the skin, because it’s actually one of its most nutritious parts.

Sticking to Savory Meals

Sweet potatoes are a pretty versatile veggie, and they shouldn’t be reserved for savory meals alone. There are many pretty popular sweet potato-based desserts that you can experiment with.

Careful with Boiling

Boiling sweet potatoes may be the most effortless way to prepare them, but it won’t positively impact their nutritional content. Water will strip them of their healthy nutrients, so try to get a little bit more creative when picking a dish you’re going to use them in.

Bruised Potatoes

Be extremely careful when buying sweet potatoes and avoid the ones with blemishes and bruises because their flash has been exposed and they’ve already started going bad.

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]]> Delicious Chocolate Milkshake You Can Make with Sweet Potatoes https://foodisinthehouse.com/delicious-chocolate-milkshake-you-can-make-with-sweet-potatoes/ Sat, 26 Sep 2020 06:12:00 +0000 https://foodisinthehouse.com/?p=7304 Sweet potatoes probably aren’t an ingredient you thought of adding to your milkshake, but they’re actually a match made in heaven. Their creamy and sweet flavor perfectly complements chocolate, leading to a surprisingly delicious milkshake you can’t get any other way. This unusual, yet amazing recipe was shared by Nisha Vora of Rainbow Plant Life. […]

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]]> Sweet potatoes probably aren’t an ingredient you thought of adding to your milkshake, but they’re actually a match made in heaven. Their creamy and sweet flavor perfectly complements chocolate, leading to a surprisingly delicious milkshake you can’t get any other way.

This unusual, yet amazing recipe was shared by Nisha Vora of Rainbow Plant Life. In addition to sweet potatoes, you’ll also need frozen bananas, and cocoa powder to get it done—and you can make it 100% vegan by using the right ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
  • 3 cups creamy plant-based milk
  • 3 large, ripe frozen bananas
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. After preheating the oven to 400ºF, bake your sweet potatoes on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet for approximately 40-60 minutes, until tender. After letting the potatoes cool down, slide the skins off before adding them to the blender.
  2. Add plant-based milk, frozen bananas, cacao powder, maple syrup, cinnamon, and ginger to the blender with the sweet potato flesh.
  3. Blend the ingredients until bananas and sweet potatoes turn into puree. The mixture should be thick, smooth, and creamy, and you can make it sweeter if needed by adding maple syrup.
  4. Pour the milkshake into glasses, and top with melted dark chocolate, vegan chocolate chips, coconut whipped cream, or non-dairy whipped topping if desired.
  5. Store leftover for up to two days in the fridge.

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