Healthy Latkes???

When people think of Hannukah they think of latkes. The reason latkes have become such a big part of the holiday is because of the oil. UGH! The oil represents the oil in the Hannukah miracle story. Something tells me our ancestors weren't too concerned about cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. So I think it's about time we update "Aunt Rose's" recipe for latkes and take it into the 21st century. Here is a delicious recipe that includes sweet potatoes. Check out the health benefits of sweet potatoes here.  I love that sweet potatoes are in season and are locally available in many areas. I also recommend sunflower oil over other oils because of the high smoke point.

If you can not adjust to the sweet potato idea you can always substitute white potatoes. It is still healthier that frying them in a vat of oil!  Please use all organic ingredients when possible.

• 2 lb grated & peeled sweet potatoes
• I medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup flour or rice flour to keep this recipe gluten free
  
• 1/4 tsp baking powder-please use aluminum free kind available at health food stores-see link
  
• 1/2 tsp sea salt, which is not white, it is usually gray
  
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• Sunflower Oil as needed
  

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Sparingly grease cooking sheets with oil.
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Drop by quarter-cupfuls onto cookie sheet. Flatten with spatula.
3. Bake for 25 minutes; flip and bake for an additional 10 minutes.Cook times can vary so keep you eye on your latkes.
   

Makes 15 servings or less if you live in my house!