Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Sweet Potato Base
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3 medium sweet potatoes
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80 ml unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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0.5 teaspoon fine salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Topping
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110 ml pure maple syrup, divided
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40 g walnuts, chopped
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0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
# Instructions:
01 -
Thoroughly clean sweet potatoes and cut into 1.25 cm thick rounds, leaving skins on or peeling as preferred.
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Set oven to 200°C and allow to fully preheat.
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Combine sweet potato rounds with melted butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss well until evenly coated, using a bowl or sealable plastic bag.
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Distribute sweet potato slices in a single layer on a baking tray, leaving space between pieces to avoid overcrowding.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until slices are fork-tender. Baking time may vary depending on thickness.
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In a bowl, mix remaining maple syrup, chopped walnuts, 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon, and thyme.
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Remove tray from oven. Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of walnut maple mixture over each sweet potato slice.
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Return tray to oven and bake for an additional 8–10 minutes, until edges are caramelized.
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Serve hot, optionally garnished with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
# Notes:
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For enhanced flavor, use fresh thyme and quality maple syrup. Ensure sweet potato slices are not crowded to promote optimum caramelization.