16 Sweet Potato Recipes That'll Have Your Christmas Guests Asking For Seconds

One of the best parts of any family gathering is the food. Hands down! The family comes together in the kitchen and you're reminded of how you wish these celebrations happened more often. As you grow older, you also learn that the comfort of classic dishes — pernil, arroz con pollo, flan — can live happily, side by side, with more traditional Christmas additions. Here's where delicious and nutrient-packed sweet potato comes in, and these 16 yummy recipes will shine.

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Sweet Potato Flan
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Sweet Potato Flan

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02
Mexican Sweet Potato Casserole
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Mexican Sweet Potato Casserole

03
Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
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Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili

04
Mexican Sweet Potato Noodles Wrap
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Mexican Sweet Potato Noodles Wrap

05
Sweet Potato Curly Fries With Yogurt, Sriracha, and Cilantro
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Sweet Potato Curly Fries With Yogurt, Sriracha, and Cilantro

06
Spicy Sweet Potato and Green Rice Burrito Bowls
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Spicy Sweet Potato and Green Rice Burrito Bowls

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Easy Sweet Potato Hash
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Easy Sweet Potato Hash

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Sweet Potato Noodles With Black Beans and Creamy Avocado Sauce

Sweet Potato Noodles With Black Beans and Creamy Avocado Sauce

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Taco Stuffed Sweet Potato Skins
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Taco Stuffed Sweet Potato Skins

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Slow-Cooker Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili
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Slow-Cooker Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili

12
Mexican Sweet Potato Salad With Avocado Dressing
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Mexican Sweet Potato Salad With Avocado Dressing

13
Simple Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Simple Mashed Sweet Potatoes

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15
Slow Cooker Mango Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls
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Slow Cooker Mango Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls

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Sweet Potato Noodles With Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper, and Spinach
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Sweet Potato Noodles With Chorizo, Roasted Red Pepper, and Spinach