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Sweet Potato Puree’

November 9, 2009 by Dale Benedict  
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SWEET POTATO PURÉE WITH SMOKED CHILI AND MAPLE SYRUP

You’ll need a steamer, a vegetable peeler and food processor to make this recipe. The dish can be made ahead and gently re-warmed in the oven, covered with foil.

Healthier Makeover by: Katy Sparks, vice president of culinary research and development for Great Performances, a New York catering and events company. (www.greatperformances.com)  

Ingredients:

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon whole coriander seeds
  • 2 strips fresh orange peel
  • 2/3 cup fat-free yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon ground chipotle powder (chipotle are smoked jalapeños)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (dark, rich grade B if possible)
  • Grated fresh nutmeg, to taste
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 

    Directions:
  • Steam the sweet potatoes over boiling water that has been seasoned with the bay leaf, sea salt, coriander seeds and orange peel.
  • Cook until sweet potatoes are very tender.
  • Place sweet potatoes in the bowl of your food processor, add the yogurt, chipotle powder and maple syrup and purée until smooth.
  • Season with the nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste.  

    Traditional: 282 calories 
    Healthier Makeover: (per 2/3-cup serving): 105 calories, 2 grams fat, 363 milligrams sodium, 23.6 grams carbohydrate, 2.2 grams protein, 1.9 grams dietary fiber 
    Saving: 177 calories 
    Serves: 6 to 8
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