A warm, roasted blend of sweet potatoes, peppers, onions, and tender canned pears, lightly seasoned with cinnamon and ginger for a sweet and savory school-friendly side dish.
In a large mixing bowl or lexan, toss sweet potatoes, onions, and peppers with vegetable oil, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
Spread mixture on 3–4 full-size sheet pans in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
After 20 minutes, remove pans from oven and gently fold in the pears. Return to oven and roast an additional 8–10 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender and pears are slightly caramelized. Hold hot at 135°F or higher until service.
Serve ½ cup per student using a #8 scoop or 4 oz spoodle.