Well, Thanksgiving is tomorrow and it may be too late to give out cooking tips. But just in case you need something quick and easy to make, here's my most recent favorite!
Last year I really wanted sweet potatoes to be included in the Thanksgiving meal. However, my mother in law really doesn't like the look or taste of the traditional casserole. I persuaded her to allow me to make something a little different and it was a huge hit. "Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes" were the perfect answer to my dilemma. You basically make them just like twice baked potatoes but alter the mix-ins.
1. Bake your sweet potatoes in the microwave just like you would normally bake regular potatoes
2. When they are cool enough to handle, cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides gently into a large bowl
3. Place your empty skins in a shallow baking pan
4. Mash the baked sweet potato with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and a pinch of clove to taste (you know how spicy or not spicy to make them for your family - don't be afraid to eyeball it!)
5. Fill your potato-skin shells with the mixture
**You can dress these up by using a pastry bag and frosting tip or you can just spoon it in
6. Brown slightly under the broiler
**If you want a little added crunch, sprinkle on chopped candied pecans or just eat them plain
Everyone who claimed to "not like sweet potatoes" tried these and loved them! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and remember what it's all about - being thankful for those who love us enough to stop everything they're doing to spend time with us. If you burn the turkey, scorch your pecan pie and drop the cranberry sauce on the floor - stop and remember what it's all about. Then, call Aunt Beverly and invite yourselves to dinner!
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