Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Bacon
Enjoy roasted sweet potatoes with bacon, a comforting recipe that combines savory and sweet flavors for a perfect side dish.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes 5-6 medium-sized
- 1 garlic bulb
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 ounces bacon 6 thin slices, chopped
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat for easy cleanup.
- Slice the garlic bulb horizontally across the middle, keeping the skin on. Cut the sweet potatoes into 3/4-inch thick rounds.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato slices and halved garlic with olive oil, maple syrup, sea salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Arrange the sweet potatoes and garlic, cut side up, in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, take the baking sheet out of the oven, stir the sweet potatoes, and scatter the chopped bacon over the top.
- Return the sheet to the oven and bake for another 25 to 30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the bacon is crispy. Enjoy!