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Cheesy Sweet Potatoes

Cheesy Sweet Potatoes: Comfort Food Bliss You’ll Love

Cheesy Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and delicious side dish that combines sweet potatoes with garlic and gooey cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesy Layer
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Yams can be used for a slightly different flavor.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Cheddar or Gruyère can be used for different flavor profiles.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano offers a similar taste.
Garlic Butter
  • 1/4 cup Butter Vegan butter can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Can substitute with garlic powder in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can be substituted with fresh thyme or rosemary.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cracked Pepper Can use freshly ground for better taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • small bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to create garlic butter.
  3. Slice sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and coat cut sides with garlic butter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Place sweet potato halves cut-side down on baking sheet and roast for about 20-30 minutes, until golden.
  5. Once roasted, flip each potato half cut-side up and top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  6. Switch to broil and cook for about 2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving, and garnish with a pinch of salt and cracked pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 19200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, choose sweet potatoes of uniform size, and keep an eye while broiling to prevent burning. Fresh herbs enhance flavor significantly.

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