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Baked Sweet Potato

Perfectly Baked Sweet Potato: Easy and Irresistibly Delicious

These Easy Baked Sweet Potatoes are a delicious vegetarian side dish that pairs beautifully with countless meals, embodying comfort and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 112
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes The star of the show, providing natural sweetness and nutrition.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional, helps create a crispy skin.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt A key flavor enhancer.
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Chives Optional, boosts freshness and visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • Fork
  • Cooking Towel

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water and dry them with a towel.
  3. Pierce each sweet potato 4-5 times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
  4. Optional: Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil and lightly sprinkle with salt.
  5. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet or a wire rack set in the baking sheet.
  6. Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes until the skin is puffed and a fork pierces easily.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then slice and fluff the insides with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 542mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different toppings and seasonings to personalize your baked sweet potatoes.

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