Sweet Potato Fries!

I have been MIA for a while but I have been making new recipes each week! I just have been stinky at posting them and uploading pictures.
We tried these sweet potato fries the other night in attempts to expose the kiddos to new veggies. We all loved them.

• 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper
• 1 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
• 2 large (about 1 1/2 pounds) sweet potatoes

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Directions

1. Prepare the sweet potatoes: In a small bowl, combine cumin, salt, and pepper. Set aside. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Peel potatoes, cut each in half lengthwise, and cut each half into 6 wedges. In a large bowl, combine the cut potatoes, oil, and spice mixture. Toss until potatoes are evenly coated.
2. Bake the fries: On a baking sheet, arrange potatoes in a single layer and place on the middle shelf of the oven. Bake until edges are crisp and potatoes are cooked through -- about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

smashed cauliflower

Looking for a way to dress up a mundane side dish? Want something better than 'just veggies' with minimal fuss? Try smashed cauliflower! You'll love it and your kids will too.

Smashing the cauliflower. Steam a bag of frozen cauliflower. Add cream cheese (2oz) for body and sour cream (2 good-sized spoonfuls, probably 3 Tblsp), and 2-3 tsp salt.

Mash the cauliflower using food processor or immersion blender. I haven't tried a potato masher or food mill, but I suppose those would work fine. Mash to the desired texture. You may need to reheat the smash, since it tends to lose some heat in the process.

Variations and tips at http://cookinthebooks.wordpress.com/2010/04/25/smashed-cauliflower-from-mundane-to-magical/