Ingredients:

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes (8-10 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Pierce each potato several times with a fork.
  3. Drizzle sweet potatoes with olive oil, rubbing to coat evenly. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Place sweet potatoes directly on the baking sheet. Bake for 45-75 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork and the skin is slightly wrinkled.
  5. Test for doneness by squeezing the potato gently. It should yield easily. Internal temperature should reach 205-215°F (96-102°C).
  6. Let cool slightly before handling. Serve whole, sliced open, or mashed.