NYE Canape: Sweet Potato and Ricotta Rounds

Serves: 8-10
Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

•  1 Large sweet potato, sliced into 1cm rounds
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper
•  150g Ricotta cheese
•  1 Tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
•  3–4 Dates, finely chopped
•  Crispy bacon
•  Small handful of pecans, roughly chopped
•  Newman’s Own Italian Dressing, to drizzle

Method

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
Toss the sweet potato slices in olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast for 20–25 minutes until
golden and tender.
2. Fry Bacon till golden and crispy
3. Mix ricotta and honey until smooth and creamy.
4. Top each sweet potato round with a spoon of whipped ricotta. Sprinkle over chopped dates
bacon and pecans.
5. Drizzle generously with Newman’s Own Italian Dressing for a hit of tangy, herby flavour
6. Perfect for festive nibbles, family gatherings, or a glass-of-wine moment after bedtime