Melting Sweet Potatoes with Herbs & Garlic

45m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the sweet potatoes
  2. 2Add the sweet potatoes to a bowl and pour melted butter over them
  3. 3Add the herbs, paprika, and olive oil and stir
  4. 4Place the potatoes in a baking pan
  5. 5Bake the sweet potatoes, flipping once, until browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
  6. 6Mix the broth and garlic in a measuring cup
  7. 7Add the broth mixture to the pan and continue roasting until most of the liquid has been absorbed and the potatoes are very tender, about 15 minutes more.
  8. 8Serve hot, garnished with herbs

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 2 large cloves garlic, grated

Equipment

knifebowlwooden spoon9-by-13-inch metal baking panovenmeasuring cup

Tips

  • Leaving the skins on helps the sweet potatoes retain some texture after being roasted, but they work just as well peeled.