Express Holiday Sweet Potato (Printable)

Tender roasted sweet potato rounds topped with creamy cheese, cranberries, and toasted pecans.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

→ Toppings

02 - 2 oz creamy goat cheese, softened
03 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
04 - 1/4 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
05 - 2 tbsp honey
06 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
07 - 1 tbsp olive oil
08 - Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
03 - Roast the sweet potato rounds for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly golden.
04 - Transfer roasted rounds to a serving platter and spread a small dollop of softened goat cheese on each slice.
05 - Sprinkle the goat cheese with dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and fresh rosemary if using.
06 - Drizzle honey over the assembled rounds and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and flavorful appetizer
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Substitute goat cheese with feta or a dairy-free cheese for different flavor options
  • Pairs well with sparkling wine or a light white wine
03 -
  • Toast pecans before chopping for enhanced flavor
  • Use fresh rosemary for the best aroma and taste
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