Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato fries have become a bbq staple in our home. It's an easy side dish you can throw on the grill along with your meat and veggies. I am a huge fan of grilled dinners, because it means less dishes!Sweet potatoes are a nutritious option for summer bbqs, they are full of vitamin C, A, and B6; and sweet potatoes have more dietary fiber than a russet potato. Good healthy choice for pregnant ladies, and everyone else.Now, as the bbq itself goes, you can make these tasty nibbles on a charcoal grill or gas, although I prefer gas. In my household, the charcoal grill is Scott's, as he is partial to charcoal cooking. The gas grill has become mine, and I use it all summer when Scott is off working nights. For all of you ladies out there with gas grills, don't be afraid to use it! It is so easy, quick, and like a mentioned before...less dishes.

Sweet Potato Fries

serves 4

4 medium sweet potatoes (a general rule of thumb with potatoes is 1 per person, although sweet potatoes can be huge, in which case you might consider 1 potato per 2 people)

olive oil

salt & pepper

Peel the potatoes. Slice the potatoes into 8 wedges each. Toss the wedges in a large bowl with enough olive oil to coat, and a good sprinkling of salt and freshly ground pepper. Heat your gas grill and turn to low. Put potatoes on grill and cook for about 10 minutes over low heat. Turn the potatoes and cook another 10 minutes. Remove from grill when soft and grill-marked. Make sure you keep an eye on the potatoes, as they burn easily, especially on a charcoal grill! Remember that a little charring is ok, and even adds to the bbq flavor. Enjoy =)