Sweet & Smoky Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet & Smoky Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potatoes have always been one of my favorite foods.  My grandmother used to make this amazing Sweet Potato dish we had on Thanksgiving each year.  It was full of maple syrup, marshmallows, and brown sugar.  My sister and I would fight over the perfect toasted marshmallow on the top of the gooey sweet potatoes.  Luckily, now, my mother-in-law continues this tradition at Thanksgiving for me.  It is such a nostalgic recipe.

BUT - Sweet Potatoes covered in syrup and marshmallows isn't to be enjoyed everyday.  I was looking for a way to continue my passion for this root vegetable, but in a healthy way - ENTER: Sweet & Smoky Sweet Potato Fries!

These fries are baked, not fried (should i call them Sweet & Smoky Sweet Potato Baked Sticks?).  The addition of clover honey adds a good sugar and sweetness and Tastefully Simple's Sweet & Smoky BBQ Seasoning has the perfect blend of sweet and salty.

1. Wash and slice Sweet Potatoes into thin 1/4-1/2 strips.  Too thin and they will burn, too fat and they won't get very crispy.  I like the "shoe-string" look of fries, but feel free to go crazy with whatever peeler you have!

2. Place 1 large or 2 small, cut, Sweet Potatoes, 1/4 cup of honey, & 1 capful of Sweet & Smoky BBQ seasoning in a gallon sized bag.  Shake and coat the fries.

                           

3. Lay on a lined, sprayed baking sheet.  Try not to have the fries touch to ensure even baking.  For a little extra sweetness, give one more shake of seasoning

4. Bake at 425 for 10-15 minutes.  

5. Serve with a side of honey & enjoy!

I hope you enjoy this simple and DELISH recipe!  Would love to hear from you!

Sweet & Smoky Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

1 Large or 2 small Sweet Potatoes

1/4 cup of Clover Honey

2 Tablespoons Tastefully Simple Sweet & Smoky BBQ Seasoning

Directions:

Preheat over to 425.  Slice potatoes to 1/4-1/2 thickness.  Place in gallon zip lock baggie.  Add honey and seasoning.  Shake to coat.  Spread fries on lined, sprayed baking sheet.  Bake at 425 for 10-15 minutes.  Serve with additional honey if desired.