Baked Sweet Potato with Butter and Salt
This simple and delicious baked sweet potato recipe is the perfect side dish. The natural sweetness of the potato pairs perfectly with the richness of butter and a sprinkle of salt.
Ingredients - Serves 2
- Salt - To taste
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Sweet potatoes - 2 medium-sized
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes to remove any dirt.
- Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Cut a slit lengthwise in each sweet potato and gently squeeze the ends to open up the potato.
- Add a tablespoon of butter to each sweet potato and sprinkle with salt.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 12g
