Sweet Potato Cottage Fries

Cubed, fried and flavored with garlic and thyme, these sweet potatoes make a great side for any roasted meat or poultry.

1/2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled, cubed (1/2 inch)

large garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley 1. Heat butter and oil in large skillet over medium heat until butter is melted and oil is hot. Add sweet potatoes; toss to coat with oil. Cook 7 to 8 minutes or until beginning to brown, stirring occasionally.

Stir in garlic, thyme, salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 20 minutes or until tender and browned. Stir in parsley.

(2/3-cup) servings PER SERVING: 145 calories, 6.5 g total fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 2 g protein, 21.5 g carbohydrate, 10 mg cholesterol, 185 mg sodium, 3 g fiber