Sweet potatoes have been in my kitchen for a long time, but let’s face it, they are not a common ingredient in Czech cuisine. So what are sweet potatoes? Sweet potatoes are a versatile vegetable that is incredibly filling thanks to their sweetness and texture. When it comes to preparing them, you can bake them in the oven, heat them in the microwave or boil them in water.

Properly cooked sweet potatoes are tender, creamy and incredibly good. And while many people may think so, sweet potatoes don’t just have to be a part of baby food. On the contrary, they are a great versatile ingredient with which you can make lots of great sweet and savoury dishes.

How to cook sweet potatoes?

Sweet potatoes, also known as sweet potatoes, are a popular ingredient in kitchens around the world due to their sweet taste and versatile uses. Whether you’re preparing them as a side dish, a main dish or as part of soups and salads, sweet potatoes can be cooked in a variety of ways.

Before you start cooking them, it is important to choose good quality sweet potatoes. Look for firm, smooth potatoes with no visible signs of damage. Before cooking, wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and remove any damaged parts. For sweet potato patties, I recommend not peeling the sweet potatoes and leaving the skin on nicely.

So many options!

• Cooking whole sweet potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and add enough water to submerge them completely. Bring the water to a boil and cook the sweet potatoes until they are soft, which takes approximately 30 minutes depending on size.
• Cooking the chopped sweet potatoes: cut the sweet potatoes into equal sized pieces. Place them in a pot of water, bring to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes. Sweet potatoes are generally cooked a little faster than regular potatoes.
• Preparing sweet potatoes in the microwave: Preparing sweet potatoes in the microwave is a quick and efficient method when you are short on time. First, wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and prick them with a fork in several places, allowing steam to escape during cooking. Then place them in a suitable container. Cook the sweet potatoes in the microwave on high power for approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on their size and the power of your microwave. Turn the sweet potatoes once during cooking to heat them evenly. Once cooked, let the sweet potatoes rest for a few minutes before slicing them.
• Baking the sweet potatoes: this is my personal favourite way to prepare them. See the recipe below for instructions on how to properly bake the sweet potatoes.

Looking for more vegetarian recipes? Then try these Been and Halloumi Stew Recipe or Black Bean Tacos Recipe!

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Gingerbread is without a doubt one of the symbols of Christmas. Even though they are not usually the first candy to disappear on the holiday table, we still bake them every year. We love their smell and I personally cannot imagine Christmas without them.

With gingerbread crinkles, however, it’s quite the opposite. Whenever I bake them, they are the first to disappear from the table, and so quickly that they barely have time to cool down. So if you’d like to skip the classic gingerbread this year, but don’t want to miss out on the lovely smell, bake these gingerbread crinkles.

The combination of gingerbread spice and honey is not to be missed with gingerbread. These two ingredients create that delicious taste of Christmas. That’s why I’ve adapted the classic crinkles recipe and incorporated both honey and gingerbread spice into the recipe. And I didn’t skimp on either ingredient, so that the resulting crinkles really do resemble gingerbread cookies the way they should!

Do you want more Christmas recipes? Try this 2-Ingredients Christmas Trees or Gingerbread Biscotti!

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If you love sweet breakfast, try also my High Protein Overnight Oats recipe or High-Protein Scrambled Oats.

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Big fan of pizza? Try also this Pizza Chicken Bake Recipe!

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Every slice is an ode to autumn, capturing the essence of cozy gatherings and heartfelt memories. Whether you prefer it fresh from the oven or reheated with its crumble regaining its crispy charm, this pie promises an unforgettable experience. Dive in, relish, and let every bite transport you to a world of nostalgic comfort.

Do you love desserts as much as I do? Try also these incredibly delicious Strawberry Crumble Bars!

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Are you a fan of high protein pasta recipes? Try also my Creamy Tomato Cottage Cheese Pasta!

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Are you a fan of soups? Try also my Potato & Leek Soup recipe!

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If you love this recipe, you might also like my Easy Boursin Cheese Baked Pasta or my One Pot Mac & Cheese Recipe.

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And as my die-hard fans know, my husband just loves meat too much. So, when I do decide to make something vegetarian, it better taste darn amazing. And that’s exactly what this Been and halloumi stew is. Packed with flavor and so delicious that even the biggest meat lovers will want it on repeat. And if not, swap the halloumi for chorizo – this recipe works wonders with that too.

You may also like my Black Bean Tacos Recipe or One Pot Chana Masala Recipe.

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