Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Maple Syrup

This sweet dish is a wonderful companion for lean pork loin.

Ingredients:

3 lb (1.5 kg) sweet potatoes, about 4
1 tbsp (15 mL) Becel® Buttery Taste* margarine
3 tbsp (45 mL) maple syrup**
1 pinch nutmeg, ground

  Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes in several places to allow steam to escape. Place on a baking sheet. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until softened.

  Let sweet potatoes cool slightly. Slice lengthwise and scoop out flesh into a medium bowl. Using a fork, mash together sweet potatoes and Becel® Buttery Taste margarine until desired consistency.

  Stir in maple syrup, margarine and nutmeg. Spoon into a lightly grease casserole dish. Smooth top and cover with lid or foil. Reheat in 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 30 minutes.

(May be made ahead up to this point and refrigerated. Reheat in oven 10 minutes longer.  To reheat in microwave, microwave on High (100%) for about 5 minutes, stirring once, until heated through. Turn once if you do not have a turntable.)

6 servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 60 to 90 minutes

*Becel Gold in Quebec

** Substitution: Substitute thawed frozen orange or apple juice concentrate for the maple syrup.

While looking out for your heart health, it’s important to pay attention to the serving size and nutrition content of everything you eat. Even small changes in your diet can add up to a big improvement in your heart health over time. For example, a healthy diet low in saturated and trans fats may reduce the risk of heart disease.