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Delicious smashed sweet potatoes topped with herbs and spices
Redondo

Smashed Sweet Potatoes

Deliciously creamy smashed sweet potatoes with a crispy twist.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil (for brushing pans)
  • 4 long sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch-thick rounds
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • baking sheets Large rimmed preferred
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Brush two large rimmed baking sheets with a thin layer of olive oil.
  2. Add sweet potato rounds to a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add 2 teaspoons salt and bring to a boil.
  3. Boil 5 minutes, until just fork-tender. Drain and arrange on prepared baking sheets.
  4. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, Italian seasoning, grated garlic, black pepper, and crushed red pepper. Drizzle over potatoes and turn to coat.
  5. Use the bottom of a cup to carefully smash each round. Sprinkle with Parmesan and bake 30 minutes, rotating pans halfway.
  6. Remove, cool slightly, and serve.

Notes

Perfect as a side dish or a hearty vegetarian main course.