Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Line a large baking sheet with foil. Grease with olive oil, spreading into an even layer to prevent sticking.
2. 2
   Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, trim off the ends and cut into ¾-inch thick rounds.
3. 3
   In a large bowl evenly coat the sweet potatoes with olive oil.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper, stir to combine.
5. 5
   Add potatoes to the baking sheet in one single layer.
6. 6
   Tightly cover the baking sheet with foil.
7. 7
   Set the oven rack to the center position.
8. 8
   Place the potatoes inside and heat to 425ºF (218ºC).
9. 9
   Roast the potatoes for 30 minutes then carefully remove the top layer of foil and discard.
10. 10
    Return the potatoes to the oven and roast until the bottoms turn golden brown, about 15 to 25 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove the potatoes from the oven and carefully flip over. Roast until the top and bottoms are golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool for 10 minutes on the sheet pan before transferring to a serving platter.
13. 13
    Garnish with chopped thyme and serve warm.