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Yam and Carrot Bake

All the focus is on the veggies with this delicious side, all that's needed is a small protein source!

Ingredients

  • 2 large ams
  • 3 large carrots
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • dash nutmeg
  • dash cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven 425 F.
  • Peel and cut yams and carrots into 1" chunks.Boil in salted water until soft enough to mash.
  • Drain, place in bowl and mash with potato masher (if you do not have a masher use the bottom of a cup). Mix in spices,1/2 tbsp butter, milk. Spoon into baking dish.
  • Cut remaining butter and scatter on top.
  • Bake until top is lightly crispy. ~ 10 min.

Notes

NUTRITION FACTS
Servings: 4
Serving Size: 1 cup
Total Calories 178
Carbohydrate 2.3 g
Total Fat 38 g
Protein 3 g
Fiber 6 g
Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 30
Tips and Hints:
• You can add boiled and mashed apples to this recipe too or maple
syrup for a flavour boost.
• Serve with a protein such as roasted chicken