Crispy Parmesan Sweet Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Potatoes
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1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, washed and cut into 2-inch chunks (skin on)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ For Garnish
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Extra grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or rosemary), chopped
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 400°F. Grab a large baking sheet and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
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In a big bowl, toss together your sweet potato chunks, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Get in there with your hands if needed to make sure every piece is well coated with that flavorful mixture.
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Sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese in an even layer across your prepared baking sheet. Think of it as creating a cheesy bed for your potatoes.
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Place your seasoned sweet potato chunks on top of the cheese layer, making sure to put them cut-side down. Press them gently into the cheese – this is the magic step that creates that amazing crispy crust!
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Slide the baking sheet into your preheated oven and bake for 25 to 32 minutes. You'll know they're done when you can easily pierce the potatoes with a fork and the bottoms have turned into crispy, golden cheese crusts.
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Here's a crucial step: once you take them out of the oven, let the potatoes cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. This resting time allows the cheese to firm up and get even crispier, creating that perfect texture contrast.
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Use a spatula to carefully lift the potatoes off the baking sheet, keeping those cheesy bottoms intact. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with some additional Parmesan and a scatter of fresh herbs for a pop of color and flavor.
# Notes:
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These Crispy Parmesan Sweet Potatoes have the perfect contrast between the crispy, cheesy exterior and the soft, sweet interior.
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Leaving the skin on the sweet potatoes not only saves prep time but also adds texture and nutrients.
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The 10-minute rest time after baking is essential for the cheese to crisp up properly, so don't skip this step!