Description
Rich, buttery Glazed Sweet Potatoes elevate humble root vegetables into a culinary masterpiece. Caramelized edges and maple-kissed glaze promise a side dish that will make diners swoon at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 sweet potatoes, medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
Fats and Sweeteners:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) honey
Spices and Herbs:
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), creating an ideal roasting environment for the sweet potatoes.
- Meticulously peel and slice sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange potato chunks on a baking sheet, generously drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to enhance natural flavors.
- Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, carefully turning them midway to achieve a golden-brown exterior and tender interior.
- During potato roasting, craft the glaze by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat, creating a rich base.
- Incorporate honey, ground cinnamon, and a delicate pinch of salt into the melted butter, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until the mixture transforms into a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Once potatoes emerge from the oven, transfer them to a mixing bowl and gently cascade the warm glaze over the roasted pieces.
- Toss the potatoes thoroughly, ensuring each cube is lavishly coated with the sweet and aromatic glaze.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the glazed sweet potatoes for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Serve immediately while the potatoes remain warm and the glaze glistens invitingly.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness level by adjusting honey quantity for different taste preferences.
- Choose organic sweet potatoes for a more robust flavor and potential health benefits.
- For a vegan version, replace butter with coconut oil or olive oil to maintain rich taste and texture.
- Consider toasting chopped pecans or walnuts as an optional crunchy topping for added depth and nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 205 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 92 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg