February is Sweet Potato Month and that makes sense to me. My birthday and Valentine's Day are both in February, so it seems like a perfect month to honor a vegetable that is so close to my heart.

Sweet potatoes are long known as a Thanksgiving staple, served mushy and frequently covered with marshmallows. This, in my opinion, is a great disservice to the sweet potato, which is perhaps one of the most versatile veggies the earth gives us. Play up the sweet qualities or use it as a foil for spicier dishes. Roast or bake it to maintain its firm sensibilities, or mash or puree it for a silky smooth sauce or filling.

I've written so many recipes for sweet potatoes that I've lost track, but here are a few that illustrate how unique and dynamic this beautiful orange veggie can be. Enjoy!

Roasted Sweet Potato Sandwich with "Honey" Mustard Poppyseed Sauce



Sweet Potato and Garnet Yams in Ginger and Peanut Sauce 


Sweet Potato Pierogi


Bengali-Style Oven Sweet Potato Fries - one of my favorite and most popular recipes!

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