Apple Roasted Sweet Potatoes

The next time you're in need of the perfect fall side dish, look no further than this apple roasted sweet potato recipe. A delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors, it is perfect served as part of your holiday menu or just with a weeknight dinner.

– 3 lbs sweet potatoes cut into ¾ inch cubes, (about 6 cups cubed or 2 medium) – 2 Granny Smith apples cored and cut into 1 inch cubes – 2 tablespoon avocado oil – 1 teaspoon cinnamon – 1 teaspoon salt – ½ teaspoon pepper – 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped

INGREDIENTS

1.

Use a vegetable peeler to peel the sweet potatoes if preferred and dice into ¾ inch cubes. Core the apples, remove the apple skins if desired and cut into 1 inch cubes.

Prep vegetables

2.

Place the sweet potato cubes and apples on top and drizzle with the oil. Then, sprinkle the salt, pepper, cinnamon and rosemary on top. Using clean hands, toss to mix and then spread into a single layer.

Mix

3.

Bake in a 425 F preheated oven for 20 minutes and then remove the baking sheet to stir. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.

Roast.

4.

Serve.

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

– Garlic: Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder or 2 minced cloves for a savory twist. – Maple: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of maple syrup for additional sweetness. – Pecan Topped: Add ½ cup of chopped, toasted pecans just before serving. – Add More Vegetables: Replace half of the sweet potatoes with butternut squash or other root vegetables such as carrots or parsnips

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