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11/18/09 12:03 P

Autumn Spiced Sweet Potatoes
From the South Beach Diet

Whipped sweet potatoes are a great side dish for South Beach Dieters (Phases 2 and 3). They're nutrient-dense, flush with fiber, and rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C. Most importantly, they won't set off cravings like traditional mashed potatoes can. Plus, they're absolutely delicious for Thanksgiving dinner - or any time at all!

2 Servings

1/2 lb sweet potatoes
2 Tbsp low-fat buttermilk
1/4 Tbsp trans-free margarine
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
Pinch of nutmeg
1/8 tsp allspice
2 Tbsp chopped pecans (optional)

Peel potatoes and chop into medium-sized chunks. Cover with water in large pot and boil until pieces are easily pierced with a fork. While sweet potatoes cook, toast pecans on rimmed cookie sheet. Remove sweet potatoes from water, add buttermilk, margarine, and spices, and mash together. With hand mixer or immersion blender, whip potatoes until
smooth. Transfer potatoes to serving dish and top with chopped pecans. Serve immediately, or keep warm, uncovered, in a 200° F oven.

Nutritional Information:
106 Calories, 2g Protein, 21g Carbohydrate, 3g Fiber, 1.5g Total Fat, 0g Saturated fat, 1mg Cholesterol, 335mg Sodium