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SAUTÉED PLANTAINS & SWEET POTATOES

Makes 6 side dish servings
Each serving equals one 5 A Day serving
 

Ingredients
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups sliced cooked sweet potatoes or yams
2 plantains, peeled and chopped
½ cup green onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup low sodium chicken or beef broth
2 Tbsp fresh herbs (thyme, dill, or chervil), chopped
 

In a large skillet, melt the first 2 Tbsp butter and oil until hot.

Add potatoes, plantains, onions, ham if desired, and garlic.

Cook, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.

Add broth; cover and simmer 10 minutes or till plantains are tender.

Add desired fresh herbs.
 

Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 177, Protein 2g, Fat 6g, Calories From Fat 30%, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 31g, Fiber 3g, Sodium 34mg.

Source: Frieda’s