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Baked Sweet Potato

Irresistible Baked Sweet Potato: Healthy Comfort Food Bliss

Baked Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and versatile dish, perfect for any meal with healthy toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose medium-sized for even cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional, for added flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be swapped for dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Optional, for a fresh flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • wire rack
  • fork
  • Clean Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and scrub the sweet potatoes under cool running water. Dry them thoroughly.
  2. Puncture each sweet potato 4-5 times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
  3. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt if desired.
  4. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet or a wire rack.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or 75 minutes for larger potatoes, until fork-tender.
  6. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Slice open and fluff the interior gently with a fork.
  7. Top with butter, salt, and chives, or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 4gFat: 0.2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Baked sweet potatoes can be easily dressed with various toppings, making them a versatile dish for any meal.

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