SWEET POTATOES

SWEET POTATOES

The rustle of fallen leaves and the sharp bite in the air signal the change of season to autumn. With this change, our palate begins to crave the warm and inviting flavors typical of this time of year. Think spices like cinnamon, the soothing sweetness of maple, the crunch of pecans, and the delicious taste of sweet potatoes. By combining these delicious elements, we get wonderful Walnut Maple Hasselback Sweet Potatoes.

The Hasselback technique is a culinary marvel that we have experimented with in several dishes, such as Smoked Hasselback Potatoes and Hasselback Chicken.This method allows the flavors to penetrate deeply into the dish, giving the sweet potatoes a crispy exterior and a creamy interior. It truly embodies the essence of fall in every bite. Let’s delve deeper into the creation of this autumnal masterpiece.

Maple Walnut Hasselback Sweet Potato Recipe

Servings: 2

Preparation time: 5 minutes

Cooking time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

2 medium sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoon butter (melted)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup walnuts (chopped)
¼ cup maple syrup
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). ). ).
Place each sweet potato between two toothpicks.This ensures that the knife does not cut all the way through the potato. Make ¼-inch slices along the potato, stopping when the knife touches the sticks.

Brush sweet potatoes with vegetable oil, season with salt and pepper and then place in a baking dish.
Bake the potatoes for 30-40 minutes or until tender to the touch.
After baking, increase oven temperature to 230°C (450°F).In a bowl, stir together the melted butter, ground cinnamon, walnuts, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and kosher salt.

Pour this mixture generously over and between the potato slices, making sure the nut pieces fit between each slice.
Put the potatoes back in the oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes.
Once ready, drizzle the remaining cooking liquid over the potatoes. Allow to cool slightly before serving.These hasselback sweet potatoes scream fall! Not only do they suit the season, but they also complement other dishes that become a household staple during this time.

The fusion of maple and walnut with sweet potatoes is nothing short of culinary genius: a delight for the senses.
Are you fascinated by the Hasselback method? Maybe you’ve tried a variation of this dish before?Share your experiences, adjustments, or new ideas for flavors you would pair with this recipe. If you decide to recreate this dish, we would love to hear how you and your loved ones like it. To celebrate fall with delicious flavors