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Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

North Carolina sweet potatoes make an easy side for barbecue, fish, chicken, or weeknight suppers. Roast them until caramelized at the edges.
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Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 large sweet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of cayenne, optional

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat oven to 425 degrees. Cut sweet potatoes into wedges.
  2. Toss with oil, salt, paprika, pepper, and cayenne if using.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet in one layer.
  4. Roast 25 to 30 minutes, turning once, until browned and tender.

Notes

  • Serve with barbecue sauce, honey butter, or a yogurt dip.
  • Cut wedges evenly so they cook at the same pace.