Description
This delectable recipe features roasted sweet potatoes enhanced with garlic, melted butter, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, seasoned with garlic salt, fresh cracked pepper, and Italian herbs. Perfectly cooked in the oven until tender and golden, these sweet potatoes make a flavorful and comforting side dish that pairs well with any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
Garlic and Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh thyme, for garnish
Oils and Cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for roasting the sweet potatoes evenly.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into thin, uniform rounds to ensure they cook through evenly during roasting.
- Coat the sweet potatoes: In a large resealable bag, combine the sweet potato slices, minced garlic, olive oil, melted butter, garlic salt, cracked pepper, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Seal the bag and shake it thoroughly so that all slices are evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange in baking dish: Lightly butter a baking dish to prevent sticking, then arrange the coated sweet potato slices in a spiral or overlapping pattern for an attractive presentation.
- Add finishing touches: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the arranged sweet potatoes and, if desired, add extra grated Parmesan on top for added flavor and a delicious crust.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes. Monitor the potatoes towards the end to prevent burning and ensure they become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and serve the roasted sweet potatoes immediately, garnished with additional fresh thyme if you like, to enjoy their full vibrant flavor and aroma.
Notes
- For best results, slice sweet potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- You can substitute Parmesan with a vegetarian hard cheese if preferred.
- Use fresh thyme for garnish to enhance flavor, but dried thyme can be used in the seasoning mix if fresh is unavailable.
- Adjust garlic salt based on taste preference or dietary salt restrictions.
- These roasted sweet potatoes pair wonderfully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or as a standalone side dish.
