Description
These Smashed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful twist on the classic side dish. Tender sweet potatoes are seasoned with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, then baked until golden and crispy. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, they are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes:
- Olive oil, as needed, for pans
- 4 long sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch-thick rounds
- 2 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 450˚F. Brush 2 large rimmed baking sheets with olive oil.
- Cook sweet potatoes: Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain and place on baking sheet.
- Prepare seasoning: In a bowl, mix melted butter, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic, black pepper, and crushed red pepper.
- Coat potatoes: Pour seasoning over potatoes, smash them gently, and sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake: Bake for 30 minutes, rotating pans halfway through.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the seasoning to your preference.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are evenly cut for consistent cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
