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Baked Sweet Potatoes

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Total Time: 12 minute
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the warm, sweet goodness of baked sweet potatoes with a rich caramelized exterior and fluffy interior that will brighten any meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium-sized Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2. Prepare Your Sweet Potatoes: Wash and scrub each sweet potato thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a towel.
  3. 3. Season Them Up: Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil over each potato and sprinkle salt, pepper, and cinnamon generously.
  4. 4. Bake to Perfection: Bake the sweet potatoes in your preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. 5. Let Them Rest: Allow the sweet potatoes to cool for about five minutes after baking to lock in moisture.
  6. 6. Serve and Enjoy: Slice open each baked sweet potato, fluff the insides with a fork, and add your favorite toppings like butter or maple syrup.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 medium baked sweet potato (150g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, try topping with nuts or black beans for a savory twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.