GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH GORGONZOLA SPREAD

Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Gorgonzola Spread image

My husband first tried this recipe with plain potatoes. They were so yummy; we experimented with sweet potatoes. Dipped in Gorgonzola spread, they're irresistible. -Kristen Minello, Macomb, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 large sweet potatoes
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes with a fork; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high just until tender, turning once, 6-8 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cheese, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Refrigerate until serving., Slice potatoes into 1/2-in.-thick rounds; brush both sides with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat on each side until browned, 4-5 minutes. Serve with spread. If desired, sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.