Cajun Roasted Sweet Potatoes

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (approximately 28 ounces), peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

→ Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

06 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

10 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

12 - Lemon wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - Place sweet potato slices in a large bowl and toss thoroughly with olive oil to ensure even coating.

03 - In a separate small bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper.

04 - Sprinkle the prepared spice blend over the sweet potatoes, tossing until slices are evenly coated.

05 - Lay the sweet potato slices in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet without overlapping.

06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Flip each slice carefully and continue roasting for an additional 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden and slightly crisp.

07 - Transfer the roasted slices to a serving platter. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley and accompany with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

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They're crispy on the edges and tender inside, which sounds simple until you taste it.
The Cajun spices transform sweet potatoes into something savory and exciting instead of dessert-like.
Honestly, you can make them in 40 minutes and everyone acts like you fussed all day.

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Flip them halfway through. I learned this the hard way after a batch that was crispy on one side and soft on the other.
Your oven temperature matters more than the exact time. Some ovens run hot; start checking at the 12-minute mark on the second side.

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