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    28th April 2020 Healthy Recipes

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    Perfect Baked Sweet Potato

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    This is the BEST and EASIEST method to make perfect baked sweet potato that has a crisp skin and a melty soft fluffy middle. No foil required! This is a foolproof method that works every single time. 

    Baked Sweet Potato n grey background

    Health Benefits of Sweet Potato

    Roasting sweet potatoes in the oven brings out their natural flavor and sweetness. Perfect baked sweet potato - equals the perfect, healthy side dish.

    Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamin C providing almost half of your daily needs per cup. They are also a rich source of Vitamin A. Both are vital for supporting immune function whilst Vitamin A is also key for maintaining healthy skin, vision, and organ function. Vitamins A and C also function as antioxidants that protect cells against aging and disease. A serving of sweet potato delivers a third of your bodies need for manganese, a mineral that helps produce collagen and promote skin and bone health. You'll also get energy-supporting B vitamins and minerals, including potassium. They are also a good source of Fibre.

    Fool Proof Method for Perfect Baked Sweet Potato

    Preheat oven to Gas Mark 7/220 C.

    Wash and scrub the skins lightly to remove any grit. 

    Prick all over with a fork.

    Whilst damp, sprinkle with salt. This is what gives the potato a crisp skin. 

    Scatter the tray with water using wet hands. (Flick).

    Bake in a preheated oven for 40 minutes to an hour. This varies according to size/thickness of potato.

    To test whether the potato is done press it; it should 'give' a little. Or stick a fork/skewer through the middle.

    **This is a recipe adapted from Diana Henry. Her recipe is for a jacket potato and it works well with sweet potato too.

    Sweet potato split open with butter

    The best filling ideas

    Just a knob of butter works so well when the potato is cooked perfectly! 

    Spring Onions, Dill and Creme Fraiche - OMG

    Feta 

    Smoky Beans

    Chana Masala with green chutney and tamarind

    Minced lamb/beef

    Black beans and avocado

    I don't get the marshmallow or sweet fillings with sweet potato thing so I will skip those altogether. 

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    Baked Chicken and Sweet Potato Gratin

    Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chaat

    Chickpea, sweet potato, feta and Quinoa salad

    Chickpea, Sweet Potato and Halloumi wrap

    ** If you make this recipe, please comment and rate. We love to hear from you and your feedback helps us to shape future content. **

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    Perfect Baked Sweet Potato

    This is the BEST and EASIEST method to bake sweet potato that has a crisp skin and a melty soft fluffy middle. No foil required! This is a foolproof method that works every single time. 

    Course Lunch/Dinner
    Cuisine british
    Keyword Baked sweet potato
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 40 minutes
    Servings 1
    Calories 194 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    • 1 Sweet Potato
    • Salt

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to Gas Mark 7/220 C.

    2. Wash and scrub the sweet potato skin lightly to remove any grit. Prick all over with a fork.

    3. Whilst damp, sprinkle with salt. This is what gives the potato a crisp skin. 

    4. Scatter the tray with water using wet hands. (Flick).

    5. Bake in a preheated oven for 40 minutes to an hour. This varies according to size/thickness of potato.

    6. To test whether the potato is done press it; it should 'give' a little. Or stick a fork/skewer through the middle.

    Recipe Notes

    If you want to make multiple sweet potatoes, make sure there is plenty of space between potatoes otherwise the potatoes will steam rather then bake.

    Nutrition Facts
    Perfect Baked Sweet Potato
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 194 Calories from Fat 9
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 1g2%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Sodium 124mg5%
    Potassium 762mg22%
    Carbohydrates 45g15%
    Fiber 7g29%
    Sugar 9g10%
    Protein 4g8%
    Vitamin A 32063IU641%
    Vitamin C 5mg6%
    Calcium 68mg7%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Shazia says

      January 08, 2021 at 11:39 am

      5 stars
      These were perfect. I was slightly worried that they may not work but i make them all the time now for meal prep.

      Reply
      • Safira says

        January 08, 2021 at 11:41 am

        Thank you! So happy to read that you love them and are making them for meal prep. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Arifa K says

      January 09, 2021 at 8:24 am

      5 stars
      Me and my family loved these. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Safira says

        January 09, 2021 at 8:26 am

        So glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
      • Jp says

        January 09, 2021 at 8:39 am

        5 stars
        Tried this with your filling suggestion. I used the feta, spring Onion, Dill and Creme Fraiche for filling.

        It was really nice. Will defo make again.

        Reply
        • Safira says

          January 09, 2021 at 10:38 am

          Glad you loved it!

          Reply
    3. Dina says

      January 09, 2021 at 10:02 pm

      5 stars
      We really enjoyed these sweet potatoes!

      Reply

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