Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1 lemon, zest and juice
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1/4 cup honey
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Salt, to taste
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 425° Fahrenheit. Line a half sheet baking pan (13x18 inch) with aluminum foil and set aside.
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Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl and season with salt.
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Combine melted butter and olive oil in a small saucepan. Heat over medium until the butter is fully melted. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Simmer over low heat for 1 minute.
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Pour the honey-lemon butter mixture over the sweet potatoes. Toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
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Spread the coated sweet potatoes evenly on the prepared baking pan. Roast for 25 minutes, checking for desired caramelization. If additional browning is needed, roast for 3–5 minutes longer.
# Notes:
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Roasting times may vary depending on oven type. For optimal caramelization, additional minutes may be needed.