Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Garlic, Sage, and Nutmeg Recipe
This Hasselback Sweet Potato recipe delivers beautifully sliced, roasted sweet potatoes with a crispy edge and tender inside, flavored with garlic, sage, nutmeg, and a touch of butter for a rich, aromatic side dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 10–12 ounces each)
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Seasoning and Flavorings
- 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped sage
- 1 shallot, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Using a sharp knife, make thin, evenly spaced slices across the sweet potatoes, being careful not to cut all the way through. The slices should fan out when roasted.
- Season and Oil: Brush the sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, making sure to get some oil between the slices. Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Add Butter and Flavorings: Melt the unsalted butter and mix with chopped garlic, nutmeg, and finely chopped sage. Drizzle this mixture over the sweet potatoes, ensuring the flavors seep into the cuts.
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Roast in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender in the middle and crispy on the edges. During roasting, baste occasionally with remaining olive oil and butter mixture for extra flavor and moisture.
- Add Shallots (Optional): In the last 10 minutes of cooking, scatter the thinly sliced shallots over the potatoes to roast and caramelize slightly for added sweetness and texture.
- Serve: Once done, remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. These Hasselback sweet potatoes make a delicious, hearty side dish with a beautiful presentation.
Notes
- Be careful not to slice all the way through the sweet potatoes; leave about 1/4 inch at the bottom to hold the slices together.
- The garlic and sage add a warm, earthy flavor that complements the natural sweetness of the potatoes.
- Using a shallot is optional but adds a nice caramelized sweetness when roasted.
- Adjust roasting time based on the size of your sweet potatoes to ensure tenderness.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with additional olive oil or a plant-based butter alternative.
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