Serene
Culinary Explorer
have some sweets!
Ingredients:
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional, for extra caramelization)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes:Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
- Season Sweet Potatoes:In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil or melted butter until they are evenly coated.
- Add Sweetener and Spices:Sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper over the sweet potatoes. Toss well to ensure the cubes are evenly coated with the sugar and spices.
- Roast:Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. If you’re using maple syrup or honey, drizzle it over the sweet potatoes at this point.
- Bake:Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are tender and caramelized. Halfway through cooking, stir the sweet potatoes to ensure even caramelization.
- Check for Doneness:The sweet potatoes are done when they are tender and have a golden-brown, caramelized exterior. You can check tenderness by poking a piece with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve:Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired.
The idea of sweet, caramelized goodness is so tempting. Can’t wait to try it and add this to my menu! Thanks for sharing this tasty idea! 
