Sweet Potato Oven Fries

Prep time: 55 minutes

What you need:

4 medium sweet potatoes (each about 5 inches long and 3 inches wide)
4 tsp. dried thyme
4 tbsp. canola oil

What to do:

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into ½-inch strips.
In a large bowl, toss the potato strips with canola oil and dried thyme.
Place the coated potato strips in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden brown. Turn potatoes once or twice during cooking to cook evenly.

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

160 calories
2g protein
5g fat
0g sat. fat
27g carbohydrate
4g fiber
0mg cholesterol
70mg sodium
5g sugars

Serves: 4

Serving size: About 1/2 cup of fries

This recipe has important nutrients for mom and baby, including:

Vitamin A

Vitamin A helps develop a baby's heart, eyes, and immune system. Good sources of vitamin A include milk, orange fruits and vegetables (such as cantaloupe, carrots, and sweet potatoes), and dark leafy greens. Prenatal vitamins should not contain more than 1,500 micrograms (5,000 IU) of vitamin A and pregnant women should not take vitamin A supplements. Both too little and too much vitamin A can harm a developing fetus.