Chef Susur Lee’s Balsamic Glazed Sweet Potato and Beet Recipe

Total cook time: 15 minutes
4 servings

Simple Gourmet Dinner in 15 Minutes? No problem! Recipe by Chef Susur Lee.

 

Ingredients

  • 1
    Medium sized Sweet potato
  • 1
    Medium size Yellow or Red Beet
  • 3
    Tbsp. Butter
  • 5
    Sprigs of Thyme
  • 1
    Medium sized shallot
  • ¾
    Tbsp. Salt
  • 2
    Tsp. Brown Sugar
  • 2
    Tbsp. Balsamic Vinegar
  • ½
    Tsp. Cinnamon

Directions

  • 1

    Peel and cut the sweet potato lengthwise into 4 equal spears.
  • 2

    Peel and slice the beet into 1cm pieces.
  • 3

    Peel and chop the shallot into 4 pieces.
  • 5

    Shake and mix the contents well, making sure the sweet potato remains at the bottom of the bag.
  • 6

    Create a 1-inch opening for venting in the Ziploc seal.
  • 7

    Place the bag on a microwave-safe plate.
  • 8

    Microwave the bag for 15 minutes.
  • 9

    Use an oven mitt to remove the plate from the microwave and let it cool for 2 minutes.
  • 10

    Handle the bag using the Cool Grab Tabs.
  • 11

    Plate the entire pouch and garnish with fresh thyme. Optionally, finish it off with feta cheese.

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