The ingredients for sweet potato patties are:

• Sweet potatoes (2 med)
• Bread crumbs (2 table spoon)
• Salt (a pinch)
• Cinnamon (1/4 teaspoon)
• Honey (1 teaspoon or sprinkle of sugar) (optional)
• Whole wheat flour (3 table spoon)
•  Canola oil to cover the bottom of skillet

Method:

1. Scrub potatoes with brush, dry and then use a fork to prick
2. Bake in microwave oven for approximately 7 to 8 minutes depending on temperature of oven. Turn once half-way during cooking period.
3. When potatoes are cooled, remove skin. Then add potatoes to bowl. Use fork to smash potatoes.
4. Add sprinkle of cinnamon, salt, honey, and bread crumbs and combine. Don’t over mix.
5. Place whole wheat flour on plate.
6. Form patties to required sizes and lightly dredge each patty through flour.
7. Add oil to skillet under low to medium heat. Pan fry patties on each side until they are  golden brown and crispy on the outside.
8. Drain excess oil from patties on paper towel.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature with any protein of choice or as a snack with a dollop of sour cream or apple sauce.

   

   Bon appetit!