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Creamy Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake

Creamy Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake for Ultimate Comfort

This Creamy Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake is a delightful side dish that elevates any meal with its creamy, buttery flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Bake
  • 3 medium Sweet Potatoes Opt for orange-fleshed varieties for the best results.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely minced for best flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can be swapped with olive oil for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Light cream can be a substitute, results may vary.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Can be replaced with rosemary or omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust quantities to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust quantities to taste.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be omitted for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Mandoline slicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream and cornstarch. Add garlic, butter, thyme, salt, and pepper. Heat through.
  3. Slice sweet potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds and layer in the greased baking dish.
  4. Pour garlic butter sauce over the sweet potatoes, ensuring each slice is well coated.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove foil, sprinkle parmesan cheese on top, and bake for another 10 minutes until golden.
  7. Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
  8. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 16000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Even slicing of sweet potatoes is essential for uniform cooking. Layer with salt and pepper for depth of flavor and let it rest after baking for best results.

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