Description
This recipe features tender roasted sweet potatoes infused with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic Italian seasoning. The sweet potatoes are thinly sliced, coated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, butter, garlic, and spices, then roasted to a perfect golden finish. A sprinkle of fresh thyme and extra Parmesan enhances their savory, comforting flavor, making them an ideal side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
Seasoning and Coating
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish
- Fresh thyme
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into thin slices to ensure even roasting and a tender texture.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400ºF (200ºC) to reach the ideal temperature for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Coat Sweet Potatoes: Place the sweet potato slices in a resealable bag and add minced garlic, olive oil, melted butter, garlic salt, cracked pepper, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Shake the bag well until all slices are evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange for Roasting: Lightly butter a baking dish to prevent sticking, then arrange the coated sweet potato slices in a spiral pattern. Sprinkle fresh thyme and additional Parmesan over the top for enhanced flavor.
- Roast: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the sweet potatoes are golden and tender. Keep an eye to prevent burning while ensuring full cooking.
- Serve: Serve the garlic Parmesan roasted sweet potatoes warm, garnished with extra fresh thyme if desired. Enjoy this delicious and savory side dish!
Notes
- Thin slices ensure even cooking and enhance crispiness on the edges.
- Use fresh thyme for the best aromatic finish, but dried can be substituted if fresh is unavailable.
- Add extra Parmesan cheese for a cheesier flavor and a lightly crispy topping.
- You can adjust seasoning quantities according to your taste preference.
- Make sure to toss the sweet potatoes well in the bag for an even coating to maximize flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: roasted sweet potatoes, garlic parmesan sweet potatoes, easy side dish, baked sweet potatoes, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, herb roasted sweet potatoes
