Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams Recipe

Unlock the natural sweetness! This recipe delivers perfectly baked sweet potatoes or yams in just 65 minutes. Simple, delicious, and perfect as a side dish or a comforting treat. Get ready for tender, fluffy goodness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 472 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams

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How to Make Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Scrub 2 large sweet potatoes or yams thoroughly under running water.
  3. Pierce each potato several times with a fork.
  4. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack.
  5. Bake for 50-65 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces the center.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  7. Score each potato lengthwise down the middle, but don't cut all the way through.
  8. Place a pat of butter (1 tablespoon per potato) and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar in a small dish on the table.
  9. Serve immediately. Each person can add butter and brown sugar to their potato as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

181g

Fat

73g

Carbs

22g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams?

Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams?

Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams has approximately 472 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams?

The key ingredients for Easy Simple Sweet Potatoes Or Yams are Sweet Potatoes, Salted Butter, Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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