Pecan Sweet Potatoes
A great addition to the Thanksgiving table, or any time of the year.
Makes 6 servings
1¼ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into
3tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
3tablespoons pure maple syrup, divided
½ cup toasted pecans
½ teaspoon sea salt
Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler™ Jr. in the open position to high. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with the butter, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and 1 tablespoon of the maple syrup; toss to coat.
When the Griddler™ Jr. is hot, arrange the potatoes on both sides of the grill plates. Grill, turning every 4 to 5 minutes, for a total of 15 to 18 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
Transfer the grilled potatoes to a large bowl. Toss with the remaining maple syrup, pecans and salt. Adjust seasonings if desired.
Nutritional information per serving (½ cup):
Calories 160 (32% from fat) • carb. 26g • pro. 2g • fat 6g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 15mg • sod. 250mg
• calc. 46mg • fiber 3g
Grilled Portobello Salad
The grilled portobello can also be used as a filling for panini.
Makes 4 servings
¼cup extra virgin olive oil
2tablespoons white balsamic vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
1tablespoon water
1garlic clove, minced
1tablespoon minced onion or shallot
1teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1pound portobello mushrooms, thickly sliced
1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped yellow bell pepper