WELCOME TO DIABETIC ENJOYING FOOD

I have chosen this name for this blog because it truly states my story. I am a type II diabetic who most certainly enjoys food. When I was diagnosed with diabetes several years ago, my blood sugar level was over 400. With some oral medications, a lot of research and some trial and error, I have found that unlike my ancestors I truly can continue to enjoy food. I hope this blog will help you to also enjoy food and be healthy. Some recipes are my originals and some I have collected. Everyone reacts different to various foods. Check your blood sugar readings so you will know whether or not a recipe works for you! And feel free to take a recipe and adjust it to suit your needs.

Saturday, December 7, 2024

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE FOR DIABETICS

Diabetics do not have to skip the sweet potato casserole; they just have to make it a little differently.

4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (cook your own to avoid the sugary canned ones)

2 eggs, beaten

1 cup Splenda Granular (or an equivalent amount of your favorite sugar substitute)

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/3 cup low-fat evaporated milk

Topping:

1/4 cup Splenda Brown Sugar Blend
1/4 cup white whole wheat flour or almond flour
2 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Combine mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, Splenda, butter, and milk; pour into a greased casserole dish.
Combine the Splenda Brown Sugar Blend and flour; cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in the pecans and sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture.

Bake at 350 degrees 30-35 minutes until browned and bubbly.

Remember, quantity is key for diabetics. One serving per meal.

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