Who's ready for March Madness? I'm not a real fan, but I know there are a lot of you out there, ready to sit for hours in front of the TV with bags of chips in your hands. Well, before you reach for those unhealthy junk food choices, here's a simple and healthy alternative. Sweet potato chips are our family's favorite crunchy snack. They're easy to make and you just need two ingredients: sweet potatoes and salt.
We use an Oxo Good Grips mandoline slicer
to cut paper-thin slices of sweet potato. However, if you don't own a mandoline, you can use a sharp knife to slice your sweet potato as thinly as possible. Next, spray olive oil on a baking sheet and start placing each slice side-by-side, leaving a 1/4" gap in between. Add salt to taste. If you feel adventurous, you can add paprika to the mix.Set your oven at 375°F and bake for 20 minutes on the top rack. Keep an eye on them! Do not leave them unattended, or they will burn. They will be golden and crispy when done.
You can expect the same results with potatoes and yams. You can even mix them up and create a colorful snack that kids of all ages will love.
They are best when eaten fresh, but they will store well for a couple of days in an air-tight container.
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