How do you cook sweet potatoes?

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  • Yolanda_85
    Yolanda_85 Posts: 143 Member
    I roast them in the oven. I cut into "fries" or just into rounds and toss on a foil lined baking sheet with extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. About 15-20 mins, flip over. 10 mins and done. I've also tossed in a bit of fresh sage and rosemary too, but no need to get too fancy. Salt and pepper is enough.

    What temperature do you set the oven to? This sounds really good!

    As far as my sweet potato cooking experience, I jab them with a fork a few times on all sides and put them whole in the microwave using the 'potato' button, or I put them in the crockpot with my beef or pork roast.


    I think 425. I have a gas oven that tends to cook a bit slower than normal, so take that into account on timing. You want it high enough so they'll brown and get a little crispy.

    Thanks, I will have to try that next time I get sweet potatoes!
  • mrsmelonmaryjane
    mrsmelonmaryjane Posts: 14 Member
    I cook them whole also when I have the time. They cook faster than white potatoes. And when they are baked they can be eaten with just a sprinkle of cinnamon. YUM.

    If I'm in a rush I slice them lengthwise before baking, it cuts the time way down. Enjoy!
  • michelle7673
    michelle7673 Posts: 370 Member
    I actually buy the wrapped ones that go into the microwave with the wrapper.
  • Sqeekyjojo
    Sqeekyjojo Posts: 704 Member
    Bung in oven and bake.

    Cut into wedges, bung in oven and bake.
  • HBRYANJR
    HBRYANJR Posts: 2
    I bake in foil.
  • Shadowknight137
    Shadowknight137 Posts: 1,243 Member
    I bake them as chips, fries or crisps. Great for nachos.

    Or maybe I'll microwave them and smother them in butter and cinnamon. Depends how I feel.
  • massey1135
    massey1135 Posts: 29 Member
    I sliced them thin and used them in my lasagna instead of noodles. I microwaved them first for 3 mins to soften them
  • Christie0428
    Christie0428 Posts: 221 Member
    I love them sliced about 1/2" thick tossed in olive oil S&P and grilled! so yummy - just watch them and flip every few minutes, they tend to burn becasue of the sugar.

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