It’s time to step up your sweet potato game with these 14 recipes that elevate sweet potatoes. No more boring sweet potatoes – bring these healthy root veggies to life in every meal. Sweet potatoes are loaded with vitamins and nutrients that you need in your diet, so why not find new and delicious ways to enjoy them? From breakfast fries to banana bread to dessert bars, the possibilities are endless!
Breakfast Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
“Crispy sweet potato fries with bacon and eggs topped with guacamole and creamy tomatillo ranch dressing that are perfect for breakfast!” - Kevin
Frosted Spicy Sweet Potato Bars
“Made these tasty little treats early this morning. Didn't have canned sweet potatoes but I did have a couple of big ones which I ‘fake baked,’ in the microwave until they were soft. I love anything spicy as does my younger brother. I must send this recipe to his wife so she can surprise him with these sometime soon. I give these a five-star rating. And they are definitely SO worth the Blue Ribbon. :-)” - Renee G (AR)
Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes
“Seriously though, nothing beats a good old fashioned sticky candied sweet potato. If you have never had candied sweet potatoes, well you are missing one of life’s little treasures.” - Debbie
Sweets & Greens *All Together Now*
“This healthy dish is very versatile and easy to throw together. The meat can be changed to any kind of sausage and kale would work for the greens. I like it mild but it can be made with a kick depending on the type of Cajun seasoning you choose.” - Marty Hufnagel (Vancouver, WA)
Sweet Potato Banana Bread
“This is so moist and flavorful! I love banana bread and this is a nice change from the usual. It's a great way to sneak in some healthy sweet potatoes for a picky eater too. I love to use the spiced nuts that I make at Christmas in recipes that call for nuts. It adds just a touch more flavor! Yum!!” - Teresa Jacobson (New Orleans, LA)
Cranberry Roast Chicken And Sweet Potatoes
“Made this tonight and it turned out wonderful. A real easy keeper for sure. Thank you so much.” - Rick Pottorf (Ozawkie, KS)
Cajun Sweet Potato Seafood Chowder
“It’s the perfect weather for soup and this is the soup that I have been enjoying recently, a cajun sweet potato seafood chowder! This is a pretty easy sweet potato chowder where the sweetness from the potatoes is balanced by a tasty savoury homemade cajun seasoning and finished with plenty of seafood.” - Kevin
Sweet Potato Fajitas
“If you're having a vegetarian over to dinner or just want to try something new, these fajitas are perfect. Sweet potatoes are a great substitution for chicken and beef. We loved the texture and flavor of the potatoes with their crispy edges against the melty cheese and the sliced peppers and onions. Add some salsa and cool sour cream and you have an awesome all veggie fajita.” - Kitchen Crew
Sweet Red Potato Salad
“This is an excellent potato salad that pops with flavor. It has a light sweet flavor from the potatoes and tanginess from the vinegar. Onions add a little bit of savory to the dish, while celery gives some crunch to the potato salad. One bite and you'll be surprised at how refreshing and delicious this side dish is.” - Kitchen Crew
Grilled Shrimp And Sweet Potatoes
“I made this recipe on Memorial Day and it was wonderful! The shrimp marinade was fantastic on fresh, wild Gulf shrimp - and the grilled sweet potatoes with the goat cheese contrasting with the maple syrup mixture was incredible. This became an instant family favorite!! Thanks so much.” - David Reeves (Collierville, TN)
Cuban Grilled Chuck Beef Roast With Grilled Sweet Potatoes And Black Beans
“If you're looking to serve something different for your holiday dinner or for a dinner party, give this a try. It's one of the best roast beef recipes we've tried. The meat's slathered with a spicy, sweet, and smoky rub. As it sits, the flavors permeate the meat. Putting on the grill for a bit adds to the smoky flavor and really seals the juices in. The Test Kitchen smelled heavenly while this baked. Served with the sweet potatoes and black beans, your family will love its juiciness and flavor.” - Kitchen Crew
Cream Cheese Stuffed Sweet Potato Bread
“I made three loaves of this for Thanksgiving and everyone LOVED it and wanted the recipe!!! FANTASTIC RECIPE!!! We had nearly 40 folks for Thanksgiving, so it was a great taste test...will definitely be making lots of this one!!!” - Kat Strickland (Keystone Heights, FL)
Chili Sweet Potato Fries
“Comfort food without all the calories! Was hooked on chili cheese dogs this winter. This is a lighter option with all the flavor!!! Yum! So easy too! Only 260 calories per serving!” - Mindy Sena (Burlington, IA)