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Melting Sweet Potatoes

Melting Sweet Potatoes That Will Brighten Your Dinner Table

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Melting Sweet Potatoes are a gluten-free, dairy-free comfort food side dish that is both simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as a substitute.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.
For Extra Richness
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use plant-based butter for dairy-free.
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used as substitutes.
For Flavor Depth
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika/Chili Powder Optional.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Nuts e.g., pecans, walnuts; optional.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Melting Sweet Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into 1-inch thick rounds.
  3. Arrange the sliced sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes, flipping the slices halfway for even cooking.
  5. Gently press down on each slice with a spatula to create a creamy interior.
  6. Top each sliced sweet potato with butter and drizzle with maple syrup; bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven, optionally sprinkle with toasted nuts, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover sweet potatoes in an airtight container for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F (177°C) for 10-15 minutes.

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