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Sweet potato chips baked with vanilla

25/7/2014

 
Sweet potato chips baked with vanilla by Liz Posmyk, Good Things
There comes a time in a person's life when they find themselves morphing into one (or both) of their parents. It may be in mannerisms, appearance, body shape, health (both good and bad), habits (yes, good and bad), or things that one thinks to themselves or (heaven forbid) speaks out aloud. It may be just one, or all, of the above (ouch, was that I shudder I heard coming from your direction?).

I would be less than truthful if I didn't own up to the fact that I could tick the boxes alongside a few of those things I've mentioned. Perhaps a little sadly, nowadays I have my father's pear shape and my mother's rounded belly. Oh, and I can thank my mother for tinnitus too. That said, I'm grateful to have mum's strength of character and resilience; and my father's quick wit and cheeky sense of humour. I'm also blessed to have their good European skin; together with the kind heartedness they shared. Health-wise, since that bout of pneumonia last year, I seem to be taking more after my mother, which is somewhat unfortunate. I can still remember when she stopped eating her favourite Arnott's Scotch Finger Biscuits, as even the smallest nibble gave her heartburn. Come to think of it, my father had to stop eating tomatoes, too. Both would take a spoonful of bicarbonate of soda, followed by a gulp of soda water, to counter the discomfort. I'm not sure that the remedy they used was all that good, particularly knowing that I use a dose of bicarbonate of soda followed by a slurp of vinegar to keep my drains nice and fresh! Hmmmm.

To my huge disappointment, last year my specialist told me I had to stop eating so much red capsicum (bell pepper), as it was causing issues with a hiatus hernia (apparently hereditary, thanks mum, *shakes fist*).  Potatoes seem to do the same thing. So whenever I feel like a bucket of chippies, 'computer says no'. Thankfully, sweet potatoes agree with me. And I with them, especially when they are baked with a pinch of ground vanilla.

SWEET POTATO CHIPS BAKED WITH VANILLA
550g sweet potato
1/2-3/4 teaspoon ground vanilla bean
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, more if needed
sea salt and white pepper, to taste

Preheat oven to 210 degrees C. Peel the sweet potatoes. Wash them, dry them thoroughly with paper towelling and cut them into chips. Combine the chips in a bowl with the ground vanilla bean, pepper and extra virgin olive oil, and mix well with your hands (don't add the salt at this stage). Spread them onto a baking sheet lined with baking paper or aluminium foil. If using foil, give it a light brush or spray with oil, so that the chips do not stick. Bake for around 30-45 minutes, turning the chips in between baking time. They should be nicely golden and starting to crisp, but not burned. Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately. Serves 2.
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Sweet potato chips baked with vanilla

Tell me dear readers, did you ever get the feeling that you are morphing into a likeness of your mother or father in any way? And do you enjoy the occasional serve of hot chippies? 
rebecca link
23/7/2014 08:53:56 pm

I LOVE sweet potato chips but have never tried them with Vanilla, I always go down the savoury road and use cumin or rosemary. I must give them a go! YUM! Bec x
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Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:31:18 pm

Hi Bec, thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

Martyna@WholesomeCook link
23/7/2014 09:41:15 pm

Hi Liz, this is a brilliant idea! We normally grate some pecorino or manchego on our sweet potato fries, but vanilla? Yum. I once made a vanilla hollandaise for steak. Heavenly. As would these be.

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:31:49 pm

Hi Marty... oh, I have not tried it with pecorino! Must do! thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

Jennifer Milk and Honey link
23/7/2014 10:17:37 pm

You find the most interesting ways to use vanilla, I love the thought of it with sweet potatoes... and I never met a chip I didn't like.

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:32:10 pm

Thanks Jennifer! Vanilla is quite outstanding in many dishes... as is pepper!

Glamorous Glutton link
23/7/2014 10:44:08 pm

Ooh these look so delicious. Love that they are oven baked and I bet that vanilla is perfect with the sweetness of the potatoes. I might have to try the bicarbonate of soda and vinegar - for the drains of course! GG

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:32:27 pm

GG, yes, ha, best for the drains! : )

KRISTA R BJORN link
23/7/2014 11:54:37 pm

I will have to share these with my dear friend, Marie, who is highly allergic to potato but can eat sweet potatoes by the truck load. :-)

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:32:41 pm

Oh yummy, Krista, yes, please do share xo

Celia link
24/7/2014 12:10:12 pm

I'm sorry to hear about your health stuff Lizzy, but at least it's hereditary, so it's not your fault! :) Those chips look divine, intriguing addition of vanilla!

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:33:13 pm

Celia, all is well, I'm just writing about it because I suppose it's kinda funny. Yes, I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

Francesca link
24/7/2014 12:13:16 pm

Ah, there's that vanilla again and I must have missed a post when I was away regarding info on the ground vanilla bean. Who stocks this?

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:33:54 pm

Francesca... Essential Ingredient and I think those kinds of places, but am sure I sure it in Coles too. You can also buy online from Heilala in Australia!

Eha
25/7/2014 04:46:36 pm

Liz - Oh a big 'thank you' for the link - have just looked up Heilala and been as yet again surprised how well 'on line' can serve us here in Oz Am certain these products would be far preferable to anything bought at supermarkets [sorry, C!!!] !!! Such a variety available: guess who will be purchasing soon!!!!

Choc Chip Uru link
24/7/2014 12:32:49 pm

What a fantastic idea to use vanilla with the chips, delicious delicious delicious!!! :D

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:34:04 pm

Thanks CCC! thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

e / dig in hobart link
24/7/2014 01:00:41 pm

another wow from me on using vanilla with sweet potato. you've expanded our minds with this one, lizzy!
and i try to ignore how i'm turning into my parents as i get older ...

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:34:28 pm

Elizabeth, thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : ) It's funny how we morph, no?

Tania @ The Cook's Pyjamas link
24/7/2014 01:07:00 pm

We eat sweet potato chips on almost a weekly basis as the child loves them, even more than plain potato I think. I never thought to pair them with vanilla. I will definitely try this next time. Great idea.

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:34:40 pm

Hi there Tania! Yes, thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

Adri link
24/7/2014 01:42:47 pm

Tell me about becoming your parents. I AM my mother. Sometimes when I say things it is as though she is speaking. These potatoes sound fab. The idea of using vanilla here is quite innovative. Brava!

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:35:08 pm

How wonderful, Adri! And thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

Eha
24/7/2014 02:19:21 pm

I haven't eaten potato nor chips made of such for decades because of its high glycaemic index and more so the high glycaemic load, but absolutely love sweet potato [which is not a potato]. Usually steam or bake but you are the third this week to post chips made from that delicious carbohydrate. Think I'll try your recipe first, as really want to know what taste vanilla imparts to it :) ! Happy weekend and hope that foot is getting better!!!!

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:36:01 pm

Yes, it seems to be a favourite at the moment Eha... please don't expect a crispy chip, as these are not like deep fried chips of any kind. I do hope you like the results my friend. Thanks for your kind words... getting there slowly. Hope you are well too.

Lizzy
25/7/2014 05:38:34 pm

My pleasure! Their product is exquisite!

Maureen link
24/7/2014 03:07:43 pm

Neither of us is having a good go healthwise. I'm sick of being sick to be honest. I'd feel better with a handful of these sweet potato fries. I love them. I learned to eat them in NZ where they're available in every fish n chip shop.

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:36:31 pm

Oh wow, Maureen! NZ is a forward thinking nation in terms of food... what a wonderful idea! I hope you are feeling better! : )

John @ Kitchen Riffs link
24/7/2014 04:53:58 pm

I love preparing sweet potatoes this way! Never thought to add vanilla, however. Brilliant idea! Thanks for that.

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:36:40 pm

John, thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

kellie@foodtoglow link
24/7/2014 06:34:13 pm

Poor you! But you know of course that those sweet potatoes are better for you, espesh because they are anti-inflammatory foods. Win-win! Love the touch of vanilla. I usually go in the other direction with smoked paprika and garlic salt but I really like this. Vanilla and salt - mmm. I find some of my facial expressions are definitely my Dad's as is my sensitivity to so many medications (boo). I also, out of nowhere, come up with really bad puns like my Dad. My daughter has inherited that one, I'm afraid...

Lizzy
25/7/2014 03:37:18 pm

Kellie, how wonderful, isn't it great that we follow in our parents footsteps in terms of their traits. Re the recipe, thanks for your kind words! I love sweet potato with maple syrup or brown sugar, hence I thought the vanilla would team well : )

InTolerant Chef link
25/7/2014 05:20:02 pm

Just lovely Liz! We always have cinnamon with sweet potato, but now we'll try vanilla too. I love your styling- is that a stamp? Where did you find this, it's so cute :)

Lizzy
25/7/2014 05:39:16 pm

Thanks so much Bec... I've not tried cinnamon with sweet potato... sounds good though!

@ChristineSalins (FoodWineTravel) link
26/7/2014 09:51:05 pm

The vanilla sounds like such a nice touch - must try it!

Lizzy
27/7/2014 08:30:37 am

Thanks Christine, it's yummy.

Tania@My Kitchen Stories link
17/8/2014 01:52:09 am

I've been thinking lately of all of the bad medical history in our family and also thinking of the things I love but cant have anymore. Bugger. Such a great idea changing to sweet potato with vanilla . Yum


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