Sweet Potato Casserole

with Cinnamon Essential Oil

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With Thanksgiving just around the corner we thought we would share some delicious holiday recipes, but with a healthier dōTERRA twist. The first recipe is a Sweet Potato Casserole with pecan topping and spiced with dōTERRA Cinnamon essential oil. This side dish is sweet, creamy, and highlights many fabulous fall flavors.

Ingredients:

4 cooked sweet potatoes, peeled

3/4 cup canned coconut milk

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/2 orange, juiced

Salt and pepper to taste

4 drops Cinnamon essential oil

Pecan topping:

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

1 tablespoon melted coconut oil

1 tablespoon maple syrup

2 drops Cinnamon essential oil

Health Highlights:

Most holiday meals leave us feeling sluggish and maybe a little guilty, but there is a silver lining to this tasty Thanksgiving treat. Check out some of the health benefits that this casserole contains:

Sweet Potatoes- Though they are “sweet,” these vegetables still offer plenty of nutrients. Due to a low glycemic index, sweet potatoes can be helpful in maintaining energy and controlling blood sugar, which is helpful for everyone, especially those with diabetes.[1]

Orange- The fiber, potassium, and vitamin C in oranges help support heart health. Increasing potassium intake can help reduce the risk of heart disease.[2]

Nutmeg- Nutmeg can act as a sedative, and helps with inflammation, muscle pain, arthritis, and more.[3]

Directions:

Place cooked sweet potatoes, coconut milk, coconut oil, maple syrup, nutmeg, orange juice, and Cinnamon essential oil into a large bowl.
With a hand mixer, blend until everything is combined. If desired, you can add more maple syrup or essential oil.
Spread into an oven-safe dish and set aside.
Combine all topping ingredients until pecans are well coated. Sprinkle on top of sweet potatoes.
Bake in oven at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes, or until pecans have slightly browned. Serve warm.

Tip: For additional deliciousness, drizzle maple syrup on top.

[1] //www.livescience.com/46016-sweet-potato-nutrition.html

[2] //www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/272782.php

[3] //www.foodofy.com/nutmeg.html