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Pumpkin-Shaped Roasted Sweet Potatoes

November 5, 2018 by Wendy Irene Leave a Comment

Three cheers for fall!

Today’s recipe is all about making healthy foods fun. Pumpkin-shaped roasted sweet potatoes are simple and delicious, with very few ingredients. This recipe is especially great for children, but can easily be jazzed up for a fall evening dinner party.

Sweet potatoes are high in vitamins and antioxidants, and are a particularly great source of vitamin A. Sweet potatoes are also an excellent source of beta-carotene. It is thought that serving the sweet potatoes with a fat helps the body get the full benefits of the beta-carotene, which is why the olive oil in this recipe is a great addition.

My personal favorite way to serve these healthy and delicious pumpkin-shaped sweet potatoes is over a vibrant green salad. It makes the salad look stunningly dressed for fall, and the bright orange color on top of the green backdrop is breath-taking.

I hope you enjoy this simple, fun fall dish. Make sure you check out the bonus video at the end!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

2 large sweet potatoes, the thicker around the better for shapes
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. white pepper
*Cayenne pepper (optional), a small sprinkling for adult version

Directions

Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a silpat, or parchment paper to prevent sticking. Peel sweet potatoes and cut into ½ inch thick rounds.

Using a paring knife, or a small pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter, cut rounds into a pumpkin shape, making a stem, and trimming the bottom slightly. Each one will be different and unique, just like real pumpkins!

In a large bowl, gently toss the pumpkin-shaped sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper.

Place the sweet potatoes, spaced evenly apart on a baking sweet.

*Adult Version – Add a small sprinkling of cayenne pepper to the adult pumpkins for a boost in flavor!

Bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until a fork can be easily inserted into the sweet potatoes.

To Print, Email or Text recipe click here.

With much love & gratitude,
Wendy Irene

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Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink

About Wendy Irene

Wendy Irene is a Reiki Master, Meditation Guide, Yoga Teacher, Tree Hugger and Foodie with a passion for holistic wellness. She helps people awaken their joy and tap into their intuition. Wendy is the Founder of GiveLoveCreateHappiness.com

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