Sweet Potato Savvy

Fresh sweet potatoes are so delicious - far better tasting than processed or canned! And you can find fresh sweet potatoes in your supermarket’s produce section all year long! So there's no excuse for missing out on all the sweet and healthy goodness that is packed into each and every mouthwatering bite.

SweetBytes regulars know that that there are so many wonderful ways to prepare these awesome veggies that it almost boggles the mind.....But What About The Basics?? Here are a few tips to get you started:

• Select firm sweet potatoes with even skin color.
• Store sweet potatoes for up to two weeks in a cool, dry area, never in the refrigerator. Wash and dry just before cooking.
• For the most nutrition value, always select Sweet Potatoes with a deep orange color.
• To store cooked sweet potatoes for later use, wrap in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator.
• Cooked sweet potatoes can also be frozen for later use. Bag 'em up, pop 'em in the freezer, and you can use them to make a quick meal on a later date.
  
• Sweet potato skin can be peeled before cooking or left on the plate. But you should know that the skin is packed with vitamins and perfectly edible. To eat or not…the choice is yours!

Sweet potatoes are nutritious, versatile and easy to prepare—so why not enjoy them often? In my next post, I will show you a few of the easiest and quickest ways to get cooking! See You then!