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Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple

Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple

with Parmesan cheese
With Parmesan cheese
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Nutritional information

96
calories
3g
fat
16g
carbohydrates
2g
protein
8mg
cholesterol
126mg
sodium

Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple

For a comforting side dish that feeds a crowd, try these Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes! Think crispy, buttery exteriors that give way to the tender sweetness within—this dish takes sweet potatoes to new heights! Plus, a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a layer of flavor that’s hard to resist. A great side dish to go with your Dutch oven whole roast chicken or turkey Salisbury steak! Whether you’re serving these crispy smashed sweet potatoes for a family dinner or a dinner party, this easy recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleaser.

For the best results, try to find sweet potatoes that are long and pretty thick in diameter. Thicker sweet potatoes hold their shape perfectly when smashed, giving you delightful, hearty pieces that are truly satisfying to enjoy. When smashing the sweet potatoes, be gentle. The key is to create an uneven surface that is just perfect for soaking up the garlic butter. Keep a close eye on the sweet potatoes while they roast. They’re done when the edges are golden and crispy and the cheese has melted.

To make the Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple

Ingredients

Adjust Servings:
3 Sweet potatoes large or 4 medium-sized, ends trimmed, cut into 1 ½ - inch pieces
Cooking spray olive oil spray, light spray
3 tbsp Butter melted
4 cloves Garlic minced
1 tbsp Parsley fresh, chopped
¼ tsp Kosher Salt or to taste
¼ tsp Black pepper or to taste
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese shredded

Steps to make Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    5min

    Preheat the oven to broil.

  2. 2

    Boil sweet potatoes

    20min

    Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes or until just fork-tender, then drain well.

  3. 3

    Smash sweet potatoes

    2min

    Arrange the sweet potato pieces on a large, lightly greased baking sheet. Using a fork, lightly flatten each piece, being careful not to press too hard, as this will cause them to break.

  4. 4

    Prepare garlic butter

    1min

    In a small bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons melted butter, 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley.

  5. 5

    Season

    2min

    Pour the prepared garlic butter mixture over each sweet potato. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and lightly spray the tops with olive oil.

  6. 6

    Broil

    15min

    Broil the sweet potatoes until golden and crispy, about 15 minutes.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle with Parmesan

    1min

    Remove the baking sheet from the oven, sprinkle over the shredded Parmesan cheese and return to the oven until the cheese has melted.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Sprinkle with a little extra salt and fresh chopped parsley, and serve right away.

Say goodbye to traditional mashed sweet potatoes. These Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes boast a delightful contrast: the perfect combination of softness on the inside and crispy edges that add a wonderful texture. Did you make this recipe? Leave a comment below to let us know how you liked it, and don’t forget to snap a photo and tag @cookmerecipes on Instagram.

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Athina

It's a perfect side dish for my next family dinner!

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