Perfect Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 pounds sweet potatoes (Red Garnet or Jewel yams)
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
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1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional)
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¾ teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt OR ½ teaspoon table salt
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½ teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon pepper
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large 15x21 baking sheet with parchment paper (or use two half sheets).
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Peel sweet potatoes and cut into ½-inch pieces. If potato is wobbly, cut thin sliver from bottom to stabilize. Cut into ½-inch rounds, then cut rounds into cubes.
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Add cubes to baking sheet and toss evenly with olive oil, maple syrup, and spices.
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Spread potatoes in single layer so they aren't touching each other.
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Roast at 425°F for 25-35 minutes, tossing the sweet potatoes at 15 minutes.
# Notes:
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Maple syrup is optional
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Can be prepared ahead