How to Make a Baked Sweet Potato and How to Cook it

In a new video, author and chef David Smith explains how to make baked sweet potatoes and how to cook them on the stovetop.

You’ll also learn how to keep the potatoes in their original shape while baking, cook them with garlic and spices, and make the perfect sweet potato sauce.

In addition, Smith shares his secrets for keeping your sweet potato alive during the cold winter months.

The recipe will also help you prepare a tasty breakfast, lunch or dinner.

“I’ve always been a fan of baking sweet potatoes, so it was a natural progression to incorporate them into my recipes,” Smith said.

“They are the perfect way to use up a small portion of the leftovers of a big meal and give you something to snack on for breakfast.”

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