Melting Sweet Potatoes

These melting sweet potatoes are a delicious and gluten-free side dish perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering. The combination of maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg creates a warm and comforting flavor that pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into rounds
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans optional

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato rounds with maple syrup, olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly coated

Arrange the sweet potato rounds in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized, flipping halfway through

If using pecans, sprinkle them over the sweet potatoes during the last 5 minutes of baking

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving