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What’s in Season: Sweet Potatoes
Often served at Thanksgiving and during the holidays, sweet potatoes are an incredibly versatile starchy root vegetable. Not only are they delicious in many dishes, but they are very nutritious. Sweet potatoes can be eaten steamed, roasted, puréed, and baked into breads and pies.
Whole Wheat Sweet Potato Pancakes
You can substitute canned pumpkin in this recipe for pumpkin pancakes and instead of cinnamon use pumpkin pie spice.
How to Make Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s pie is a comforting dish, but it’s often packed with unhealthy fats and a lot of carbs. This cooking class focused on making a healthier version of a traditional shepherd's pie by using ingredients that are beneficial for people with diabetes. It also highlighted the importance of mindful eating, especially during the holiday season. 3 Cooking Class Takeaways 1. Use sweet potatoes and turkey for a healthier shepherd's pie. Chef Jenny demonstrated how to create a healthier version of shepherd’s pie using sweet potatoes and turkey instead of the traditional beef and white potatoes
Mojito Sweeties Mash
Mint and lime juice give these mashed sweet potatoes some mojito flair! For a complete, balanced meal, pair with a simple protein, like this Balsamic-Glazed Salmon , and fill the rest of your plate with a non-starchy vegetable.
Instant Pot Chicken Sausage and Zucchini Stuffed Potatoes
No need to fire up the oven to bake these potatoes - cooking them in the Instant Pot saves times and cuts down on the power bill. Plus, with this “all-in-one” recipe, you can use your multi cooker in place of a skillet as well by cooking the chic ken sausage and zucchini mixture using the browning function. This recipe orginally appeared in The Instant Pot Diabetes Cookbook . Find more diabetes-friendly Instant Pot recipes here.
Potato and cauliflower salad
Vinegar-based dressing in this potato salads cuts down on the fat and calories that are in a mayonnaise-based potato salad. Plus, we've subbed cauliflower for some of the potatoes to cut down on the carbs and increases the fiber, making this a heart-healthy, diabetes-friendly alternative to traditional potato salad.
Easy Half-Mashed Potatoes with Cauliflower
We replaced half the potatoes with cauliflower for a lower carb, diabetes-friendly version of classic mashed potatoes. Leaving the skin on the potatoes adds additional fiber and nutrients. Pair this side dish with Roast Beef with Creamy Horseradish Sauce for a comforting meat-and-potatoes meal that fits in any diabetes or heart-healthy meal plan!
Mashed Red Potatoes
Red potatoes have a waxy texture, and they stay firmer than other potatoes when cooked, giving these simple mashed potatoes a chunky texture. Leave the skin on for a pop of color and more fiber. Complete your plate: For a classic "meat-and-potatoes" meal, pair with Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf and a simple Green Salad with Orange and Avocado .
Herb Potato Salad
Mustard and seasonings make this healthier version of old-fashioned potato salad super flavorful. A classic potluck dish, it’s sure to be a hit when you bring it to a picnic, tailgate or any other gathering.
Shrimp Sauté with Spinach, Grape Tomatoes, and Roasted Red Potatoes
This quick and delicious shrimp dish follows the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Meal Pattern , meaning it’s a good choice for people who are mindful of their blood pressure. Succulent shrimp are sautéed with fresh spinach, sweet grape tomatoes, and crispy roasted red potatoes, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. It's a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.