Unlike many sweet potato casseroles, this one is not too sweet. It smells so amazing, with subtly sweet potatoes accentuated with maple syrup and a pistachio topping. It's a wonderful combination of taste...
Author: Chef John
A staple at Thanksgiving and Christmas. This version takes just half an hour and uses 4 ingredients.
Author: Barbara Kingston
With the addition of cream cheese, they are very creamy and not overly sweet.
Author: lepowers
These delicious oven-roasted sweet potatoes are seasoned with garlic, cumin, and paprika. Coconut oil gives an added layer of flavor.
Author: RACH7H
Sweet potatoes come in different colors, from white to yellow to orange to orange-red. The darker the inside, the sweeter it is. I chose white because I was adding maple syrup and brown sugar, but any...
Author: Yoly
Sure, everyone knows orange-fleshed sweet potatoes aren't really yams, but it makes for a shorter name. I'm not a huge sweet side dish person, but I make an exception for these candied yams that use lemon...
Author: Chef John
This is a recipe I made while attempting to finish a food tech assignment. This also works well with regular potatoes. Sweet potatoes are known as 'kumara' in New Zealand where I am from. Serve with sour...
Author: Nikki Harris
Try this if your family is tired of traditional, regular baked potatoes. Our family likes these baked sweet potatoes with any kind of steak or chicken. Eat skin and all with fork and knife!
Author: Henry Gobel
This is an alternative to the traditional potato pancake. Sweet potato pancakes, exotically spiced with cinnamon, curry powder and cumin. Great for Thanksgiving.
Author: Eric
A tasty, savory version of twice baked sweet potatoes.
Author: frank11
This recipe is at least as easy as pie, probably easier. Sweet potatoes and sweet marshmallows make for a sweet dish.
Author: stannius
A simpler version of those creamy candied sweet potatoes that take you right back to Grandma's holiday table.
Author: Brandi Gilbertson
I use this recipe about once a week. It's really easy since it just uses the oven to bake the sweet potato fries, and they are delicious!
Author: Rachel Ackerman
Mashed sweet potato and butternut squash. This is a recipe that tastes great with no salt or sugar added and contains lots of fiber.
Author: scottg
This is my answer to the oh-so-yummy but very fattening deep-fried yam fries.
Author: Marleymg
Mother's great yams were always a hit at Thanksgiving. In America, yams are actually a type of sweet potato. Gingersnap cookies and marshmallows make this dish a real treat.
Author: MISTY1549
This busy diva does not have time for a complicated side dish -- so out of my kitchen came these mashed sweet potatoes and pears. I may never make sweet potatoes any other way ever again.
Author: Chardonnay Queen
This is a mixture my husband came up with using what we had on hand in the fall, and it became a favorite. The first effort for these slow-roasted vegetables was on the BBQ, but it works just as well in...
Author: Janis
This dish will become an instant tradition. Baked, buttery yams topped with a simple brown sugar and pecan crumble. Could almost be dessert!
Author: emkaymommy
This is an original recipe, inspired by the Jalapeno Sweet Potato Soup at Homestead Heritage in Waco, Texas.
Author: Terri Harnish
Everyone at my house likes this at Thanksgiving. You can add any spices you want to the sweet potato like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger etc. The topping is nice and crunchy.
Author: RB1953
It's a universal fact that people love puffy food, souffles being one of most versatile. As long as you don't knock all the air out of the egg whites in the batter, not much can actually go wrong. Since...
Author: Chef John
The sweetness of the potatoes is offset by the spiciness of the Cajun pepper. Adjust the pepper to taste. My family absolutely loves this recipe!
Author: Corinna
My grandma's candied yams are the best candied yams I have ever had! The pineapple is an awesome addition to this sweet dish.
Author: ntolliver213
Candied sweet potatoes with marshmallows are a throw-together dish that turned out to be a huge hit at Christmas!
Author: NKTompk03
Change things up by turning sweet potatoes into a savory side dish that will pair nicely with your grilled meat of choice.
Author: Soup Loving Nicole
Roasted sweet potatoes, onions, and rutabaga with various citrus juices squeezed on top. I didn't like sweet potatoes until I made this for my sweet potato-loving family. Now I have them whenever I can!...
Author: Sj.
I like my vegetables just simply roasted in the oven. You can get fancy and add other spices to your liking, but I like them just like that with some melted feta on top.
Author: Marianne
This recipe is very similar to sweet potato casserole, but with shredded sweet potatoes. My mom used to make it at both Thanksgiving and Christmas. She passed away when I was 8, so I when I eat this it...
Author: Mmmmmomma
This is a super simple recipe that I make as a sweet, easy side dish. It tastes a LOT like apple pie... but even healthier!
Author: ELFINDANCER
This is a savory dish for smooth and creamy sweet potatoes without all the sugar. Can be refrigerated and reheated at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) as a casserole later.
Author: HANMERD
The trick that gives you incredible flavor is to cook fresh sweet potatoes in their skin just until tender.
Author: pamela
Sweet potatoes are baked with raisins and chopped pecans in this side dish that's satisfying and not too sweet. A syrup mixture is drizzled over the top as a glaze.
Author: katysue
Sweet potatoes are roasted in the oven, then smeared with a sweet and savory miso butter.
Author: Diana71
The orange juice makes this a tasty dish. Even people who are not fond of sweet potatoes like this one. Give it a try!
Author: Cindy Callentine
This is a fun and yummy dish for Thanksgiving. People who don't eat sweet potatoes usually love it!
Author: bakerbaker
Instead of the 'traditional' sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving, this is what our Southern family has had on the table for at least 3 generations. Great Aunt Margie (pronounced MAH-gee) was born in 1902.
Author: Christina Kennedy
I came up with this one Thanksgiving because I was short on oven space. Everyone loved it and I have made it for every Thanksgiving and holiday meal ever since. Be careful not to overcook marshmallows,...
Author: Renee Coley
This dish is a favorite in our home during the holiday season. The smoky heat of the chipotle chile and the sweet potato's natural sweetness balance each other beautifully. Adjust the amount of chipotle...
Author: SUBEAR
Really yummy mixed fall veggies grilled in a foil packet. You'll want to use multiple packets to keep them all to a manageable size. Open the finished packets carefully - the veggies are HOT! Enjoy!
Author: Marni Rachmiel
We discovered this method looking for healthy alternatives to our usual Christmas/Thanksgiving side dishes. They are so good and filling! This is great as a breakfast hash brown substitute or a side dish...
Author: tartan.redhead
Spicy, sweet and smoky, this side dish is perfect alongside grilled pork tenderloin. It's also a great change to your Thanksgiving dinner. Again, it's SPICY! This can be made ahead and stored in 200 degree...
Author: CreativeCook
Very healthy and tasty sweet potatoes that will be a great addition to any meal. Very easy!
Author: Sherlmitz
This is similar to regular scalloped potatoes but uses sweet potatoes instead. Went over great with Christmas dinner as an unusual substitute.
Author: Jill H
This recipe came after visiting a restaurant and trying to duplicate it at home! It is easy, too. Serve with honey mustard.
Author: SPIFFYTIF
Really nice with turkey, apple sauce and all the holidays' treats. Enjoy!
Author: Milena
Next time you want to cook a hearty meal for a big crowd, try this massive roasted veggie combo recipe including Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, sweet potatoes, and onions.
Author: SZYQ1
The pairing of sweet potatoes and turnips could make a turnip lover out of all of us. Preparation time is 15 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of...
Author: Robyn Webb