I love sweet potatoes. They are naturally sweet, full of good things for you, and so easy to cook in many different ways. If you are looking for simple and delicious sweet potato recipes, you have come to the right place today.
I am sharing two fantastic ideas for preparing sweet potatoes that are both comforting and flavorful. These recipes are perfect as a quick side dish for dinner or as a tasty snack.
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Garlic Butter Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
This recipe makes perfectly tender sweet potatoes with golden brown edges. The simple garlic butter coating brings out their natural sweetness without much effort. 
Key Ingredients & Roasting Tips
- Even Chunks: Make sure to cut your sweet potatoes into similar-sized pieces. This helps them all cook at the same rate, so you don’t have some raw and some overcooked.
- Melted Butter Base: Warm the butter slightly before mixing. It will coat every sweet potato cube beautifully, making sure each piece gets that wonderful garlic flavor.
- High Heat for Best Results: Roasting at a slightly higher temperature helps the sweet potatoes get nicely caramelized and tender on the inside.
What You Need for Garlic Butter Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make Garlic Butter Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Step 1: Prep Your Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Then, peel your sweet potatoes and cut them into roughly 1-inch cubes. Try to make them as close in size as you can.
Step 2: Combine and Coat
In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add the sweet potato cubes to this bowl and toss everything really well until every single piece is fully coated.
Step 3: Roast Until Perfect
Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. It’s important not to crowd the pan; this helps them roast and get crispy, rather than steam. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when you prick them with a fork and look slightly browned at the edges. Make sure to flip them over halfway through the cooking time.
📝 Final Note
These roasted sweet potatoes are best enjoyed warm straight from the oven. You can store any leftovers in the fridge and reheat them, making them great for meal prep.
Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potato Wedges Recipe
Get ready for wonderfully crispy sweet potato wedges covered in garlic and savory Parmesan cheese. These are a great substitute for regular fries and everyone always loves them. 
Key Ingredients & Wedge Tips
- Soak for Crispness: For an extra crispy texture, try soaking your cut sweet potato wedges in cold water for about 15 minutes before seasoning them. Pat them very dry afterwards.
- Fresh Parmesan: Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. It melts better and has a much stronger, better taste than the pre-grated kind in a can.
- One Layer for Best Results: Always spread your sweet potato wedges in a single layer on the baking sheet. This allows hot air to circulate around each piece, helping them get crispy all over.
What You Need for Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
⏱️ Time: 40 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4-6 servings
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potato Wedges
Step 1: Prepare the Wedges
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Take each sweet potato and cut it lengthwise into quarters. Then, cut each quarter into two or three wedges. Aim for all the wedges to be about the same size.
Step 2: Season Them Up
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato wedges with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well until all the wedges are nicely coated.
Step 3: Bake Until Crispy
Arrange the seasoned wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast them for 25-30 minutes, remembering to flip them over halfway through. They should become tender on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside.
Step 4: Add Parmesan and Finish
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the hot wedges. Put the baking sheet back into the oven for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and looks lightly golden. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
📝 Final Note
For the very best texture, serve these garlic parmesan sweet potato wedges right away. They are most crispy when they are fresh and hot.
