Description
These Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan are a delicious and easy side dish perfect for any meal. Tender, thinly sliced sweet potatoes are coated in a flavorful blend of garlic, olive oil, melted butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then roasted to golden perfection. Finished with fresh thyme for a fragrant touch, this recipe offers a savory twist on classic roasted sweet potatoes with a cheesy, garlicky kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
Seasoning & Flavor
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for roasting the sweet potatoes evenly.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into thin, even rounds to guarantee consistent cooking and a tender texture.
- Coat Sweet Potatoes: In a large resealable bag, combine the sweet potato slices with minced garlic, olive oil, melted butter, garlic salt, fresh cracked pepper, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Seal the bag and shake well to evenly coat all the slices with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Lightly butter a baking dish to prevent sticking, then arrange the coated sweet potato slices in a visually appealing spiral pattern for even roasting and presentation.
- Add Garnishes: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the arranged sweet potatoes and add extra Parmesan cheese on top if desired to enhance flavor and aroma.
- Roast: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes. Begin checking for doneness towards the end of cooking to avoid burning while ensuring the sweet potatoes become tender and lightly caramelized.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Garnish with additional fresh thyme if desired for a fresh herbal note and an attractive finish.
Notes
- For crispier edges, you can broil the sweet potatoes for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Feel free to substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
- If fresh thyme isn’t available, dried thyme can be used but add it with the other seasonings to allow flavor development.
- Adjust garlic and seasoning quantities to taste for a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
