SWEET POTATOES WITH FENNEL

Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamins A & C,

and beta carotene.

Makes 6 servings

Preparation: 10 – 15 minutes + 18 minutes steaming time

6 green onions, trimmed and chopped*

12ounces fresh fennel, trimmed and thickly sliced (1/2-inch)*, fronds reserved for garnish

1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, cut into 3/4-inch wedges kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Arrange the wedged sweet potatoes in the large steamer tray. Steam for 12 – 15 minutes. Turn off and let sit one minute. Add the fennel to the steamer with the sweet potatoes; steam for an additional 8 – 10 minutes. Turn off the steamer and let sit one minute. Transfer the steamed sweet potatoes and fennel to a bowl. Add the reserved green onions. Season to taste with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper. Garnish with reserved fennel fronds to serve.

*May be done in the Cuisinart® food processor. Use metal blade to chop the green onions, and the thick (6 or 8 mm) slicing disc to slice the fennel.

Nutritional analysis per serving:

Calories 213 (3% from fat) • carbo. 49g • prot. 4g • fat 1g •

sat.fat 0g • chol. 0 mg • sod. 70g • fiber 6g

WHITE AND SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH DILL DRESSING

White and sweet potatoes combine to make this salad appealing

to the eye and to the palate.

Makes sixteen 1/2-cup servings

Preparation: about 20 minutes + 20 minutes steaming time

1-1/2 pounds new red or white potatoes, peeled if desired, cut into 1-inch wedges

1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled, quartered length- wise, then cut into 1-inch lengths

3 ribs celery, thinly sliced *

1/2 pound snow peas, trimmed and thinly sliced *

1shallot (1-1/2 ounces), peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces

1/2 cup fresh dill weed, fairly tightly packed 1-1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

1/4 cup white balsamic or white wine vinegar

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Fresh dill sprigs for garnish

Place the white potatoes in the large steamer tray. Place the sweet potatoes in the second steamer tray. Fill the water reservoir and assemble the steamer. Steam the potatoes for 18 – 22 minutes, until tender.

While the potatoes are steaming, prepare the dressing.

In a Cuisinart® blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade, pulse to chop the shallot finely. Add the dill weed, mustard, vinegar, kosher salt and pepper. Process to combine; then with the machine running, add the olive oil in a slow steady stream. Remove and reserve.

Turn off the steamer and unplug; let sit for 1 minute. Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl. Toss with half the dressing. If the salad is to be served warm, add the sliced vegetables and remaining dressing to taste. If the salad is to be served cold, cover and refrigerate the potato mixture and sliced vegetables separately. About 20 – 30 minutes before serving, remove from the refrigerator, add the sliced vegetables and dressing to taste, and toss gently to combine. Garnish with sprigs of fresh dill.

*May use 2 or 3 mm slicing disc of Cuisinart® food processor for slicing.

Nutritional analysis per 1/2 cup serving:

Calories 159 (42% from fat) • carbo. 21g • prot. 2g • fat 7g •

sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 111mg • fiber 2g

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TCS-60 specifications

The Cuisinart TCS-60 is an innovative and versatile 3-in-1 multicooker designed to elevate your cooking experience. Ideal for a variety of culinary tasks, this kitchen appliance offers the functionalities of a slow cooker, rice cooker, and steamer. Its compact yet spacious design makes it a perfect addition to any kitchen, delivering exceptional performance without taking up too much counter space.

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