This is a really simple but delicious recipe for roasted sweet potatoes. Sometimes the most delicious recipes are really effortless to make!

2 pounds sweet potatoes, washed and cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 cup Maple syrup or pancake syrup
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
Kosher salt and Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Spread cut sweet potatoes in a single layer on a foil lined, non-stick sprayed, rimmed baking dish. Drizzle maple syrup and melted butter over sweet potatoes. Bake at 425 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes until tender. Stir occasionally while baking so they brown evenly. Sprinkle with salt and pepper if desired.

Published in The News and Neighbor on November 10, 2013