MICROWAVED BAKED SWEET POTATOES

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Fast sweet potatoes in the microwave.

Provided by Chris Denzer

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 medium sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Wash sweet potatoes and prick several times all over with a fork.
  • Place in a microwave on top of a paper towel and cover with another paper towel. Cook on high for 5 minutes (may need more depending on strength of microwave and thickness of potato).
  • Turn the potatoes over and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove potatoes and test for softness. If not soft, cook for 1 to 2 minutes more. Wrap potatoes in aluminum foil and allow to cool, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Slice them open and add butter, honey, cinnamon, and salt. Mash the soft flesh with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57.1 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1289.9 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

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