Creole Spiced Sweet Potatoes (Printable Version)

Sweet potatoes roasted with a bold Creole spice blend for a flavorful Southern side dish.

# Ingredient List:

01 - 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder

05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder

06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

10 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes and olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.

03 - In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.

04 - Sprinkle the spice blend over the sweet potatoes. Toss again until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated.

05 - Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

06 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are golden brown and crisp on the edges and tender inside.

07 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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The spice blend creates this incredible caramelized crust that makes every bite addictive
They're forgiving enough to work with whatever sweet potatoes you can find at the store

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Don't skip the parchment paper unless you enjoy scrubbing baked on sugar and spices
Cut your pieces uniformly or some will burn while others stay raw in the center

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Avocado oil handles the high temperature better than olive oil if you have it on hand
These reheat beautifully in a 350°F oven for ten minutes if you have leftovers