Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Name: Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Sweet potatoes roasted with olive oil and warm spices until caramelized and tender. A versatile side that works for weeknights and holiday tables alike.

40 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment.
2

Peel and cut 2 lbs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
3

Toss sweet potatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin.
4

Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
5

Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and tender.
6

Serve garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

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Questions

How long does Roasted Sweet Potatoes take?

As written, 40 minutes: 10 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (30 minutes): "Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and tender."

What oven temperature does Roasted Sweet Potatoes need?

For Roasted Sweet Potatoes, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 30 minutes, in step 5.

How do I know when Roasted Sweet Potatoes is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until caramelized and tender.

Is there a substitute for smoked paprika in Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

The entry for Roasted Sweet Potatoes calls for 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. In its place: Sweet paprika with a small pinch of cumin, or a few drops of liquid smoke. Chipotle powder works if you want heat as well.

Is Roasted Sweet Potatoes keto-friendly?

A serving of Roasted Sweet Potatoes carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

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