Ingredients
Directions 10 steps | 70 Minutes
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, shiny side down.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Preheat the oven to 400°F.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645674/recipes/DSCF1178_6140efe9a6b2c.jpg)
Scrub the sweet potatoes.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Scrub the sweet potatoes.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645689/recipes/DSCF1168_6140eff9241b9.jpg)
Cut a thin slice off the bottom of the sweet potato so the sweet potato does not wobble.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Cut a thin slice off the bottom of the sweet potato so the sweet potato does not wobble.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645709/recipes/DSCF1170_6140f00d0c786.jpg)
Place the sweet potato, cut-side down, between two wooden chopsticks.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Place the sweet potato, cut-side down, between two wooden chopsticks.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645727/recipes/DSCF1172_6140f01ef3a0e.jpg)
Thinly slice potatoes until you reach the chopsticks. Repeat with remaining sweet potatoes.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Thinly slice potatoes until you reach the chopsticks.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645753/recipes/DSCF1174_6140f03864817.jpg)
Place potatoes on the prepared baking sheet.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Place potatoes on the prepared baking sheet.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645766/recipes/DSCF1180_6140f0457518b.jpg)
Using a pastry brush, brush the sweet potatoes with the ghee, making sure to spread it between each slice.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Using a pastry brush, brush the sweet potatoes with the ghee, making sure to spread it between each slice.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645790/recipes/DSCF1182_6140f05db841d.jpg)
Season the sweet potatoes with salt and pepper.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Season the sweet potatoes with salt and pepper.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645801/recipes/DSCF1184_6140f0683106d.jpg)
Bake the sweet potatoes for about 45-60 minutes, baking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes. Halfway through baking, remove the potatoes from the oven and gently run a fork across the top of the sweet potatoes, separating the slices of the sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes should be fork-tender and crispy on the outside.
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Bake the sweet potatoes for about 45-60 minutes, baking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645835/recipes/DSCF1189_6140f08aa673e.jpg)
Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and sprinkle with parsley. Enjoy!
![Hassleback Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and sprinkle with parsley.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1631645863/recipes/DSCF1195_6140f0a5ced87.jpg)
Notes:
- You can change the sweet potato to a Yukon Gold potato if desired. Adjusting the baking time to the size of the potato.
- For a savory spin, top the sweet potato with herbed butter before serving.
- For a sweet spin, top the sweet potato with a drizzle of maple syrup and chopped toasted pecans.
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