Description
These Sweet Potato Rounds topped with creamy blue cheese and tart cranberries are a perfect appetizer or side dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Sweet Potatoes, firm and smooth
- 1/2 cup crumbled Blue Cheese (or gorgonzola for a milder taste)
- 1/3 cup dried Cranberries, unsweetened or lightly sweetened
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Slice Sweet Potatoes: Slice the sweet potatoes into even rounds about half an inch thick.
- Season and Arrange: Place the sweet potato rounds on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Add Toppings: Remove from the oven and sprinkle each round with crumbled blue cheese followed by dried cranberries.
- Final Bake: Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 rounds (100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider drizzling balsamic glaze over the finished rounds. - Substitute blue cheese with goat cheese for a different taste experience. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.