GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH HONEY

Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Honey image

Sweet potato wedges are seasoned to please in this savory side dish from Gay Nel Nicholas of Henderson, Texas. "My husband and I love the sweet spuds any way they are cooked," she notes. "This recipe from a friend is not only different, it's delicious, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sherry or apple juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons water
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes. , Place potatoes in a large bowl. In another bowl, combine the soy sauce, sherry or juice, honey, water and garlic; pour over potatoes and toss gently., Drain sweet potatoes, reserving soy sauce mixture. Arrange sweet potatoes in a single layer in a grill basket coated with cooking spray. Brush potatoes with oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender, basting with reserved soy sauce mixture and turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges