Plant Paradox recipes

1 T. sesame seeds 1 T. sumac 2 t. dried thyme 1/4 t. sea salt 2 med sized sweet potatoes, cut into cubes about 4 c. olive oil 3 garlic cloves, chopped 1 bunch kale, destemed and roughly chopped about 6 c. sea salt 400, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. toast the sesame seeds by placing in a dry pan, heat over med for 3 to 5 min.  until lightly browned.  stir occasionally so they don't burn.  let them cool in a small bowl.  combine the sumac, thyme, sesame seeds and salt.  Fill a med pot halfway with water and bring to a bowl.  add the sweet potatoes and parboil them, cooking until just barely softened.  about 5 to 7 min.  drain and transfer to a med bowl.  toss with olive oil and 1 T. of za'atar seasoning until coated. spread potatoes on prepared baking sheet and roast them for 10 min.  using a spatula move them around on the baking sheet and continue roasting for another 5 min.  or until they begin to brown....

1 sweet potato, thinly sliced 1 T. almond butter handful of berries 1 t. hemp seeds coat sweet potato with olive oil or avocado oil.  place in an oven or air fryer and cook at 400 until tender and crisp.  Top with almond butter, berries and seeds. Variation: Top sweet potato with mashed avocado, sprouts and seasoning.