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It’s fall and its this time of year sweet potatoes are everywhere. Especially with Thanksgiving coming around, there is no other vegetable that is used more than the sweet potato.
Do you have a special sweet potatoe recipe that you would love to share with us? if so please do at the end 🙂
Sweet potatoes are native to the tropical parts of South America, and were domesticated there at least 5000 years ago. Sweet potatoes are considered a staple in many countries and have been cultivated in Southern states since the 16th century. Sweet potatoes have a yellowish orange flesh and are coated by a thin skin that can be white, yellow, orange, red, or purple. Sweet potatoes grow best in abundant sunlight with warm temperatures.
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of potassium and vitamin C, B6, riboflavin, copper, pantothetic acid and folic acid. When buying sweet potatoes, choose firm ones with no cracks or bruises. Their shelf life should last for two weeks or more if stored in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place and handled with care.
They are best enjoyed sweet or savory, or in baked desserts, breads, puddings and custards, especially casseroles.
