Want a delicious way to get your beta-carotene today?

Try these recipes with sweet potato in them.

Sweet potatoes aren’t just an orange alternative to standard white-fleshed spuds.

Stack of Three Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pancakes Topped With Syrup and Nuts

Photo: HEAMI LEE

While the potato is cooking, the black bean filling comes together on the stove.

Just before serving, top each potato with white Cheddar cheese and serve with a lime wedge.

Be sure to save any leftoversthe veggie-bean mixture would be great tucked inside tacos or on top of nachos.

Black Bean Tostadas With Sweet Potato and Poblanos Served With Lime Wedges on a White Plate on a White Wooden Table, Surrounded by Beer Glasses

Victor Protasio

The sweet potato wedges are just a crisp-tender canvas for their great flavors.

Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

Sheet-pan dinnersare a dream come true for busy cooks.

This saves you time, mess, and a whole lot of effort.

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili With Sweet Potatoes, Beans, and Tomatoes Topped With Corn Chips in a Bowl

Con Poulos

This meal is quite simple, which is why it’s so great for weeknights.

Baked Sweet Potatoes

Roasting sweet potatoes in the oven intensifies their natural sweetness.

This classic baked sweet potato recipe renders perfectly cooked potatoes every time.

Zucchini and Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Served With Greens and Lime Wedges on a White Plate

Greg DuPree

Once dressed, massage the kale with clean hands to make the salad more palatable.

Adding buttermilk gives the pancakes a subtle tang.

Thehealthy mealcomes together courtesy of a pomegranate vinaigrette that takes everything to the next level.

Vanilla Sweet Potato Cheesecake on a Plate With a Serving Knife on a Fall Table With Flowers and Coffee

Victor Protasio

Trust us, you’ll love it!

Plus, they cook in under 30 minutes and require just four ingredients.

They’re so good you may want to double the recipethey’ll likely be gobbled up that quickly.

Molasses and Chile Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges on a Baking Sheet

Caitlin Bensel

Chickpea-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Need more proteinin your diet?

Whip up these vegetarian chickpea-stuffed sweet potatoes topped with a dollop of seasoned yogurt.

Basil, dill, and tarragon also work.

Loaded Sweet Potatoes With Coconut and Kale Served on Two White Plates

Victor Protasio

In the case of this puree,maple syrupstands in with a kick of additional flavor from ground nutmeg.

First, peel the potatoes, then grate them before roasting and adding to the burrito filling.

If you have any leftovers, feel free to freeze them by wrapping the burritos inparchment paper.

Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potato Wedges Served on a White Plate With Metal Fork for Eating

Greg DuPree

verify all ingredients are thoroughly cooled before rolling them up to prevent the burritos from getting soggy.

One cup of the slightly sweet spud has 2 grams of protein.

Plus, all of the ingredients in this dish provide a bounty of vitamins and minerals.

Baked Sweet Potato Half Topped With Butter and Served on a Blue Plate

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The potatoes tenderize, the chicken cooks, and the chickpeas turn crispy in the oven.

A drizzle ofstore-bought pestobrings everything together for a dinner that only requires 20 minutes of hands-on time.

The shredded coconut, pecans, and brown sugar toppings are decadent additions to the Thanksgiving staple.

Mustardy Kale Salad With Roasted Sweet Potato and Apple Served in a Bowl Sitting on Yellow and Blue Placemats

Roland Bello

Get your scoop firstthere likely won’t be any leftovers.

Each slow-baked spud is topped withrotisserie chickena fantastic time saverCheddar cheese, barbecue sauce, and sour cream.

What’s not to love?

Stack of Three Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pancakes Topped With Syrup and Nuts

Heami Lee

Once they do, they’ll be converted.

Some people may not even notice the difference with a dollop ofwhipped creamor a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

If you’ve got leftovers, stash them in the freezer, then defrost them for the nextgame-day meal.

Farro Bowl With Pomegranate Vinaigrette and Sweet Potatoes Served in a White Bowl

Caitlin Bensel

Once the whole grain is done, assemble the salad and chow down.

If all you know of risotto is that you have to constantly stir, don’t fret.

While stirring is involved, this recipe won’t require a constant vigilant eye.

Cheesy Roasted Sweet Potatoes on a Dark Baking Sheet

Marcus Nilsson

The whole thing is ready in 40 minutes but is impressive enough to serve when you have friends over.

Bake with sharp Gruyere cheese for a fun, hand-held dinner that’s especially satisfying on chilly nights.

While this dish is a no-brainer for Thanksgiving, it also works as an elegant dinnerparty side dish.

Sweet Potato and Apple Soup Served With Cheese and Walnuts

William Brinson

Instead of mozzarella, this dish uses brie for an ultra-creamy topping.

Such is the case when boiling sweet potatoes.

Whether you keep the skin on or remove it is a personal preference.

Three Chickpea-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Topped With Greek Yogurt on a Serving Platter

Caitlin Bensel

Either way, you’ll have deliciously tender sweet potatoes to eat as-is or for use in other recipes.

Cook the chili while sweet potatoes roast in the oven.

Top with sour cream, cilantro, cotija cheese, avocado, or any other toppings you prefer.

Sweet Potato Puree With Maple Topped With Butter, Served in a White Bowl With a Metal Spoon for Eating

Justin Bernhaut

Addingheavy creamhelps thicken up the soup and makes for a luscious texture.

Top with chives and crispy bacon before serving for a tasty and comforting meal.

Serve with seasoned herb sour cream for a delicious appetizer or snack.

Sweet Potato and Bean Burrito Cut in Half and Served on a Wooden Cutting Board With Corn Salsa on the Side, Surrounded by Lime Wedges and Tortillas

Jennifer Causey

This frittata features fresh sweet potatoes and salmon for a delicious and hearty combination.

Coming together in less than an hour, you will love the ease of this simple recipe.

It takes a bit of time to assemble, but it’s easy to do and oh-so worth it.

Quinoa With Sweet Potatoes, Kale, and Pesto Served in a White Bowl

Anna Williams

Purchase potatoes that are similar in size and shape for even layers.

It only takes 30 minutes to make, so it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Leave out the Parmesan cheese and white wine for a vegan version of this recipe.

Roast Chicken With Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas Served on a White Bowl With Metal Fork for Eating

Sang An

Try simmering the mustard greens along with the lentils and sweet potatoes to help tame their bitterness.

Then, enjoy with a nice piece of crusty bread to sop up the broth.

Sweet Potato Casserole With Coconut in a White Serving Bowl With a Spoon on the Side

Chris Court

Slow Cooker BBQ Sweet Potato Bakers on a White Serving Platter With a Metal Spatula

Max Kelly

Sweet Potato Pie on a Wooden Table With a Slice Removed

qSang An

Smoky Turkey Chili in a Yellow Pot With a Metal Ladle With a Served Bowl on the Side

Caitlin Bensel

Sweet Potato Latkes With Brie Cheese and Balsamic Vinegar on a White Plate

Heath Goldman

Roasted Sweet Potato and Bulgur Salad on a White Plate

Charles Masters

Sweet Potato Risotto Served in Two White Bowls With a Metal Fork on the Side

Kan Kanbayashi

Sweet Potato and Gruyère Turnovers Served With a Side Salad on a White Plate With a Metal Fork for Eating

Hans Gissinger

Maple Sweet Potato Wedges With Spicy Pecan Praline Served on a Plate With a Glass of Wine

Victor Protasio

Three Smoky-Sweet Potato Burgers Topped With Lettuce, Tomato, and Red Onion and Served on a White Cutting Board

Alison Miksch

Slice of Sweet Potato and Brie Flat Bread on a White Plate With a Side of Greens

Christopher Baker

Sweet Potato-and-Kale Tortilla Soup

Alison Miksch

A bowl of boiled sweet potato chunks, surrounded by fresh vegetables like onions, garlic, and scallions

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Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Chipotle-Black Bean Chili on Top, Served on a White Plate

Antonis Achilleos

Creamy Sweet Potato and Leek Soup in a Small White Ramekin With a Spoon on the Side

Greg Dupree

Sweet Potato Latkes on a Baking Sheet With Herb Sour Cream on the Side

Emily Kinni

Slice of Salmon and Sweet-Potato Frittata Served with Broccoli

David Prince

Garlicky Herb-Butter Layered Potatoes served in a cast iron skillet and displayed on a table with other holiday dishes.

Victor Protasio

Quinoa With Mushrooms, Kale, and Sweet Potatoes Served in a White Bowl

Christopher Baker

Winter Lentil Soup in a Large White Pot With a Metal Ladle for Serving

Kana Okada

Lentil Stew With Mustard Greens, Sausage, and Sweet Potatoes in a White Bowl

Christopher Baker

Veggie pancakes with sesame fried eggs

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