Sweet Potato Bake

Sweet Potato Bake

6 servings
Recipe video above. Meet your new favourite sweet potato recipe! Set in a mesmerising ringed pattern, this Sweet Potato Bake is simple to make, eye-catching and tastes even better than it looks. Here's an excellent, special occasion-worthy side dish that's still easy enough for dinner tonight!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lb 4 -5 sweet potatoes
    1.25 kg
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (

    melted

    30 g
  • garlic cloves (

    finely minced

    2
  • olive oil (

    plus a little extra for brushing the skillet

    2 tbsp
  • kosher / cooking salt
    ¾ tsp
  • black pepper
    ¼ tsp
  • rosemary leaves

    finely chopped (, plus more for garnish / serving

    1 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F. Brush skillet base and sides with a little olive oil.

  2. 2

    Slice potatoes: Slice potatoes 3-4mm thick. A mandoline will make short work of this.

  3. 3

    Toss: Place in large bowl, pour in all butter plus 1 tbsp olive oil, rosemary, salt and pepper. Toss well with hands, separating the slices so they are all coated with oil.

  4. 4

    Layer in skillet: Layer potato in skillet in a circular pattern, overlapping the slices. (See post for details)

  5. 5

    Bake covered 30 minutes: Cover with foil, bake for 30 minutes until potato is quite soft (almost fully cooked).

  6. 6

    Brush with oil: Remove from oven, turn up to 220°C/430°F (200°C fan). Remove foil, brush potato with remaining 1 tbsp oil.

  7. 7

    Bake uncovered 20 minutes: Bake 20 minutes until tops are golden and slightly crisp, and potato is cooked through (check with a knife or skewer).

  8. 8

    Serve: Scatter with more rosemary leaves, a whole sprig of rosemary and pinch of sea salt flakes if desired. Serve immediately! Sweet potato loses crispiness as it cools.

Sweet Potato Bake

Sweet Potato Bake

5.0(24)65 min6 servings239 cal

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About this Recipe

Looking for an impressive yet easy side dish that steals the show? This Sweet Potato Bake transforms humble sweet potatoes into a visually stunning and incredibly flavorful accompaniment, perfect for any meal.

What sets this sweet potato recipe apart is its elegant ringed presentation, making it an eye-catching centerpiece for your table. Infused with aromatic garlic and fresh rosemary, each bite is bursting with savory-sweet goodness, proving that simple ingredients can deliver extraordinary flavor without fuss.

Prepare for a delightful balance of tender, caramelized sweet potato slices, deeply flavored by rich butter, fragrant garlic, and earthy rosemary. The texture is wonderfully soft without being mushy, offering a comforting and satisfying experience. This dish feels indulgent enough for a holiday spread but is remarkably simple to prepare, making it a fantastic addition to your weeknight rotation or a festive gathering.

While this sweet potato bake shines as is, feel free to experiment. For a different herb profile, fresh thyme or sage would be excellent alternatives to rosemary. You could also swap half the butter for olive oil for a slightly lighter touch, or add a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky depth.

This versatile sweet potato dish is ideal for holiday feasts, Sunday dinners, or any occasion where you want to elevate your side dish game. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats, poultry, or as part of a vibrant vegetarian spread.

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