Sweet potatoes are full of wonderful vitamins, are alkaline and help reduce blood sugar.

You can enjoy them several times a week cooked in various ways. They're versatile enough to be in a stew, curry, veggie patty, served on their own, or in a dessert.

Baked Southwestern Sweet Potato Cakes

2 organic Sweet Potatoes (medium-large, not small)
15 oz. cooked organic Black Beans, drained
2 cloves organic Garlic, minced
3 organic Spring Onions, thinly sliced
3 Tbs. organic Red Onion, diced
2 Tbs. organic Parsley, chopped
2 Tbs. organic Cilantro, chopped
1 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
½ tsp. Cumin
½ tsp. Chili powder
½ tsp. Sea Salt
1 tsp. fresh organic Thyme, minced or ¼ tsp. dry
2 tsp. fresh Lime Juice

Avocado or Olive oil for baking sheet.

Preheat oven to 425ºF.

Steam sweet potatoes in their skin, covered, until soft. Do not boil, as they lose flavor and will be too wet. Remove potatoes from pot, peel and mash in a medium bowl.

Place 1/2 the beans in food processor and blend. Add the rest of the beans, the garlic, onions, parsley, cilantro, and spices and lime. Stir by hand to combine.

Form mixture into 8 patties, just under 1/2" thick.

Place patties on oiled baking sheet. Brush tops lightly with olive oil. Bake for 12 minutes, flip carefully and bake for another 10 minutes, or until browned.

Serve topped with a fresh salsa (tomatoes, onions, cilantro, cucumber, lime or lemon juice and 2 Tbs. plain almond or coconut yogurt), or enjoy in a high-fiber gluten-free bun with condiments.

~ Cheers! ♥