Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (900g) sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
- ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) black pepper
- Optional: ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) smoked paprika
- Optional: 1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using) in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (if using).
- Roast for 45-60 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized, testing for doneness with a fork.
- Drizzle with maple syrup (if using) in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork.
- Place sweet potatoes in a microwave-safe dish with 1/4 cup (60ml) water.
- Microwave on high for 6-10 minutes, or until tender, flipping halfway through. (Time depends on microwave power.)
- Let cool slightly before cutting and seasoning.
- Place sweet potato cubes in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Drain well.
- Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).