Baking Sweet Potatoes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F / 205°C
2. 2Scrub sweet potatoes clean and pat dry
3. 3Pierce skin several times with fork
4. 4Place directly on oven rack with foil below to catch drips
5. 5Bake 45-60 minutes until tender when squeezed gently
6. 6Remove from oven and let cool slightly
7. 7Cut open and fluff flesh with fork
8. 8Season with salt, pepper, and butter

Expert Tips for Baking

• Can wrap in foil for softer skin
• Natural sugars caramelize and may ooze out when done
• Perfect topped with butter and cinnamon
• Great base for loaded sweet potato toppings