Sweet Potato Tagine

* Exported from MasterCook Buster *

SWEET POTATO TAGINE

Recipe By : Elaine Kosrova, "Healthy Living"
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :
Categories : Side Dishes

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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14 1/2 ounces low-sodium fat-free chicken broth -- or vegetable
broth
1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms -- coarsely chopped
4 sweet potatoes -- about 2 pounds,
-- peeled & cut into
-- chunks
10 dried tomato halves -- coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves -- chopped
3 cloves garlic -- chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cooked couscous -- Israeli or Moroccan

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In oven-proof casserole, combine broth and
mushrooms; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer 2
minutes.

2) Remove the casserole from heat and add sweet potatoes, dried tomatoes,
sage, garlic, and salt. Cover and bake in the oven for 30 minutes, stirring
once.

3) Add the olive oil to sweet-potato mixture; stir and bake, uncovered, for 15
minutes longer. Stir well and cool at least 5 minutes before serving,
allowing liquid in mixture to thicken slightly. Serve over couscous.

Notes: Sweet potatoes contain more than 4 times the recommended daily
allowance of beta-carotene (more than carrots!), which protects against cancer
and heart disease. The tuber also contains high levels of vitamins C and E,
which bolster the immune system. Other nutrient bonuses: plenty of vitamin A,
potassium, iron, B vitamins, and fiber. Despite their rich taste, these
potatoes are fat- and cholesterol-free; a medium sweet potato has only about
130 calories. From October, 1998 issue of Country Living's "Healthy Living",
article called "Superheroes on the supper table", page 112.

Typos by K. Hudson Lipin, 09/05/98
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