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"This delicious side dish is packed with nutrition. Sweet potatoes, onions and almonds are powerhouses of antioxidants and other nutrients -- in fact, almonds are among the most nutrient-dense foods, containing high concentrations of vitamins and minerals per calorie. Plus, olive oil and almonds contain monounsaturated fat -- the good type."

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cut in 1-inch chunks
2 medium Vidalia or other sweet onions cut in 1-inch chunks
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper freshly ground
1/4 cup sliced almonds toasted

Cuisine:   American

Main Ingredient:   Sweet potatoes