Name: Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Whipped Feta & Hot Honey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes (about 3 medium); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; For the Whipped Feta:; 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp water (if needed for consistency); For the Hot Honey:; 1/4 cup honey; 1 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; For garnish: fresh chopped parsley or chives

Description

Golden, crispy smashed sweet potatoes topped with a luscious whipped feta cream and drizzled with spicy hot honey. A perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors, ideal as a side dish or appetizer.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs sweet potatoes (about 3 medium)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For the Whipped Feta:
4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp water (if needed for consistency)
For the Hot Honey:
1/4 cup honey
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
For garnish: fresh chopped parsley or chives

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scrub sweet potatoes clean and place them in a large pot. Cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender but not falling apart.
Drain sweet potatoes and let cool slightly. Place on the prepared baking sheet and use a fork or potato masher to gently smash each sweet potato to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Drizzle smashed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Use a brush or your hands to ensure even coating.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
While potatoes roast, prepare whipped feta: In a food processor, combine feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Blend until smooth, adding water a tablespoon at a time if needed to achieve a creamy consistency. Set aside.
Make hot honey: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Stir and warm for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
To serve, spread whipped feta on a serving platter, arrange crispy sweet potatoes on top, drizzle with hot honey, and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes to the hot honey or a pinch of cayenne to the potato seasoning.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Method: Main
Cuisine: American