Description
Savor the harmonious blend of roasted sweet potatoes and savory sausage, all drizzled in rich maple syrup for a comforting, flavor-packed dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 12 oz turkey sausage or plant-based sausage, sliced
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prep the sweet potatoes: Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Slice the sausage: Cut the sausage into thick slices that will complement the sweet potatoes.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, sausage, olive oil, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Add maple syrup: Drizzle maple syrup over the mixture and toss again to ensure even distribution.
- Bake: Spread evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and tender. Stir halfway through to promote even cooking.
- Serve: After baking, serve immediately and drizzle any remaining syrup from the dish over each portion for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider including nuts like pecans or walnuts. - You can substitute turkey sausage with chicken or plant-based options for a lighter meal.