November is Sweet Potato Awareness Month. Did you know that Americans are consuming more and more of this sweet and versatile tuber each year? According to the USDA, sweet potato consumption has gone up 21% in the last five years. 
Cholesterol-free and fat-free, this is one nutrient-dense root vegetable. It's a good source of fiber, potassium, protein and vitamins A and C. To help you improve your diet this season, here's a list of some restaurants that serve interesting sweet potato dishes:
Jimmy Jamm Sweet Potato Pies - Chicago, IL
This restaurant sells all things related to the healthy sweet potato. They've got sweet potato frozen yogurt, sweet potato layer cake, sweet potato cobbler...you get the idea. They also sell turnovers, cupcakes, cookies, and donuts -- all with sweet potatoes in their recipes.
Melba's - New York, NY
Locals rave about the sweet potato pancakes at this Harlem eatery. They also serve sweet potato home fries as a breakfast side dish.
Sweet Potatoes - Winston Salem, NC
Along with the ubiquitous sweet potato pie, this restaurant also offers sweet potato bread pudding, sweet potato spice cake, and sweet potato cheesecake for dessert.
Stax Burger Bistro - Scottsdale, AZ
According to the locals, the sweet potato fries here are to die for.
Ruth's Chris Steak House - Nationwide
One of the most popular dishes, their sweet potato casserole has a pecan crust that is irresistible. Don't live near a Ruth's Chris restaurant? You can easily make it yourself with this recipe.
The Pantry Restaurant - Steling Heights, MI
This place also offers sweet potato pancakes -- you can also go here each Tuesday for their all-you-can-eat $6.95 pancake special.
