"(Family Features) If you're tired of the same, heavy Thanksgiving dishes that leave you feeling stuffed like a turkey, look no further than the appetizer table. It may be easy to overindulge on savory bites, but you can avoid ruining your appetite with sweet, light bites ahead of the main course. These Sweet potato Goat Cheese Bites are perfect for snacking while carving the bird, swapping out sugary treats for nutritious yet delicious hors d'oeuvres. If you thought sweet potatoes are only used in casseroles for Thanksgiving, think again - this nutrition powerhouse can be a staple on holiday menus for years to come in this better-for-you app."
"Don't let their sweet nature fool you - behind their colorful interior, sweet potatoes are chock full of nutrients from which you can benefit, even during the holiday season. They're a wholesome option for the entire family as they're full of vitamin A and a good source of fiber and potassium. Plus, they contain complex carbohydrates that are released at a steady pace for a constant source of energy, meaning you won't have to worry about sugar highs or lows while enjoying the festivities."
Sweet potato Goat Cheese Bites combine roasted sweet potato rounds topped with goat cheese, honey, pecans, dried cranberries and basil to create a light appetizer. The recipe yields 24 bites with 10 minutes prep and 20 minutes cook time. Sweet potatoes provide vitamin A, fiber, potassium and complex carbohydrates that release energy steadily to avoid sugar highs and lows. The bites use coconut or olive oil spray and seasoned salt before baking at 450°F and finishing with honey, chopped candied or toasted pecans, dried cranberries and fresh basil. These hors d'oeuvres offer a lower-sugar alternative to traditional Thanksgiving sweets and help preserve appetite for the main course.
Read at Alternative Medicine Magazine
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