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Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

This recipe comes from Chris Laughlin of Sea to Sky Farm, where she and her husband Dana sustainably manage 43 acres in Bonny Doon and Davenport. With four generations of family farming behind her, Chris brings tradition and care to every dish. These scalloped sweet potatoes, made with a mix of orange- and yellow-fleshed varieties,...

Sweet Potato and Gouda Gratin

Potatoes and Gratinsgouda cheese, side dish, sweet potato gratin, sweet potatoes

This gratin is a rich and comforting side dish that layers tender sweet potatoes with savory shallots, fresh thyme, and creamy Gouda. The result is a golden, bubbling bake that’s elegant enough for holiday dinners yet simple enough for a cozy weeknight meal. INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds deep orange sweet potatoes (3 or 4 medium), peeled...

Red Lentil and Sweet Potato Curry

Stews and Curries, Vegan Main Courses, Vegetariancurry, lentils, red lentil curry, sweet potato curry, sweet potatoes

Comforting, colorful, and full of flavor, this Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Curry is a true one-pot wonder. The natural sweetness of mashed sweet potato balances the earthy red lentils and fragrant spices, while creamy coconut milk ties everything together into a rich, satisfying dish. It’s hearty enough to enjoy on its own, yet pairs...

I Yam What I Yam

Cooking Basicssweet potatoes, true yam, yam

Have you ever wondered about what the difference is between sweet potatoes and yams? Sweet potatoes are also called ‘yams’ — however, these tuberous root vegetables are actually from two very different plants. Sweet potatoes are related to morning glories and true yams are related to palms and grasses. When you buy a ‘yam’ at...

How to Steam Sweet Potatoes

Cooking Basics, Potatoes and GratinsHow to Steam Sweet Potatoes, steamed sweet potatoes, sweet potato, sweet potatoes, yams

Although we love baked sweet potatoes, steaming is quicker and produces a perfectly moist potato. Steamed baked potatoes take about 30 minutes, while baked potatoes take at least an hour. This method is for medium-sized potatoes. However, if you have only large-sized potatoes, you can cut them in half. (1) Fill the lower part of...

Indian Yam Curry

Stews and Curries, Vegetarianchickpeas, curry, indian curry, sweet potatoes, yam curry, yams

There’s nothing quite like a warm, fragrant curry to brighten a cool fall evening, and this Indian Yam Curry delivers comfort in every spoonful. Hearty yams (or sweet potatoes) slowly simmer in a velvety sauce infused with aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala. As the vegetables soften, they soak up the rich...