Ingredients
– 2 pounds sweet potatoes
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or alternatives
– 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
1-Preheat oven and prepare the sweet potatoes as described: Getting started with garlic butter roasted sweet potatoes is straightforward and rewarding. First, arrange an oven rack in the middle and preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for that perfect crispy texture. This step sets the stage for even roasting and brings out the best in your butter roasted sweet potatoes with garlic.
2-Toss with butter mixture and salt on the baking sheet: Next, peel the sweet potatoes if you prefer a smoother finish, then cut them into 1-inch-thick rounds to ensure they cook uniformly. Place the rounds on a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle with the 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, ghee, or melted and cooled coconut oil, and sprinkle with the 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt. Toss everything together to coat evenly, then arrange the rounds in a single layer with at least 1/2 inch between them for optimal browning.
3-Arrange in a single layer and roast, flipping halfway: Now, roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes before flipping the rounds using tongs for even cooking. Continue roasting for another 20 minutes, making the total roasting time 40 minutes. With about 10 minutes for peeling and cutting, your whole preparation comes in at around 50 minutes, perfect for a quick dinner.
4-Serve warm for the best flavor and texture: Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Last Step:
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🧈 Use ghee for a richer buttery flavor without the milk solids.
🌿 Try sprinkling fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary before roasting for added aroma.
🥄 Ensure the sweet potatoes are spaced properly to get a good roast and avoid steaming.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
