Recipes: "Baked" Candied Sweet Potato

Prep time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

1 medium sweet potato
1 tsp. butter spread with canola oil
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1/8 tsp. cinnamon

Directions:

Wash and dry sweet potato; prick with fork.
Microwave potato on high for 6 minutes.
Meanwhile, mix together butter spread, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Carefully remove potato from microwave, wrap in foil, and let sit for another 3 minutes.
Remove foil, cut slit in center of potato, and add brown sugar-cinnamon mixture.
Makes: 1 serving

Serving size: 1 potato

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

178 calories
2 g protein
2 g fat
0.5 g sat. fat
38 g carbohydrate
4 g fiber
2 mg cholesterol
96 mg sodium
42 mg calcium
1 mg iron
14 mcg folic acid

Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

Why this recipe is good for pregnant or breastfeeding women:

This recipe is an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of fiber, which are important during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Note: This recipe is especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but it can be a nutritious part of almost anyone's diet. Pregnant and breastfeeding women need to consume extra calories and eat a variety of nutritious foods to contribute to their baby's growth and development.