2 yams, medium (about 1 1/2 pounds), scrubbed and baked
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, unsweetened, undrained
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
Yams have a good glycemic index rating. They raise blood sugar at a much slower rate and to a lower level than white potatoes.
1. Preheat oven to 400ºF.
2. Cut each baked yam in half lengthwise. Scoop pulp into bowl, leaving shells intact.
3. Mash pulp with other ingredients. Spoon one-quarter of mixture into each shell. Bake about 15 minutes.
Food exchanges per ½-cup serving: 2 BREAD, ½ FRUIT