This recipe provides a simple and healthy way to prepare baked sweet potatoes. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, these sweet potatoes are both nutritious and delicious.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 sweet potatoes
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt.
Step 3
Pat the sweet potatoes dry with a paper towel.
Step 4
Poke several holes in each sweet potato using a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Step 5
Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 6
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the sweet potatoes.
Step 7
Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Step 9
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.