Sweet Potato Out of This World

 

Oven-Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 35–40 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5–2 lbs total)

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Optional: ½ tsp paprika, garlic powder, or cinnamon (for sweet version)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

2. Prep sweet potatoes – Scrub and dry them. Leave the skin on (it's edible and nutritious). Cut into ½‑inch to 1‑inch cubes for faster cooking, or into ½‑inch thick rounds or wedges.

3. Season – In a large bowl, toss sweet potato pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional spices until evenly coated.

4. Arrange – Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd (use two sheets if needed) to ensure crispiness.

5. Roast – Bake for 15 minutes, then flip/stir with a spatula. Continue baking for another 10–15 minutes until tender inside and edges are caramelized and slightly crisp.

6. Serve – Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of cinnamon (optional). Great as a side dish, in salads, or as a taco filling.

Tips

• For whole baked sweet potatoes: Poke with a fork, rub with oil and salt, bake at 400°F for 45–60 minutes depending on size.

• Make it spicy: Add cayenne or chipotle powder.

• Make it sweet: Add 1 Tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar before roasting.