Roasted Sweet Potatoes Maple (Print View)

Sweet potatoes roasted with maple glaze and pecan topping for a delicious savory-sweet side dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Glaze

02 - 3 tbsp maple syrup
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 1/2 cup pecan halves
08 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well coated.
03 - Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25 minutes, then remove from the oven, toss gently, and sprinkle pecan halves evenly over the potatoes.
05 - Return to oven and roast for another 10–12 minutes, until sweet potatoes are caramelized and pecans are toasted.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The maple syrup creates this gorgeous caramelized coating that makes people think you spent way more effort than you actually did
  • That contrast between tender sweet potatoes and crunchy toasted pecans is honestly addictive
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan or your potatoes will steam instead of getting those crispy caramelized edges
  • The glaze can burn quickly if your oven runs hot, so check them at the 20 minute mark the first time you make them
03 -
  • Buy sweet potatoes that feel heavy for their size and have smooth, unblemished skin
  • If your potatoes are extra large, cut them into slightly smaller pieces so they cook at the same rate as the smaller ones

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