Yam Fries

Winter is a time to eat yummy root vegetables, and one of my favorite ways to prepare them is to roast them in the oven--simply put them in, set a timer, and take it easy until they're done. An especially great food to make that way is yam fries, or sweet potato fries (What we call yams in the United States are interchangeable with sweet potatoes as they are cooked the same ways).
Vegetables and fruits with bright colors are often packed with nutrients, and sweet potatoes are no exception. You can read about their nutritional information and health benefits on Wikipedia. A yam fries recipe to start from is at The Post-Punk Kitchen website; this cooking site is vegan, but the recipe can be a part of any healthy diet.

Experiment to see how you like them best: cut like potato chips or like french fries, baked or sauteed, and which herbs and spices make your taste buds happy. I made them recently with a delicious dipping sauce of yogurt, a dollop of mayonnaise, and chili powder. Sweet potato & yam fries are a tasty, healthy way to eat fresh veggies in the middle of our Michigan winter.