Sweet Potato Recipes: Easy Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes with Turkey Bacon
Discover a delightful recipe for Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes made with sweet potatoes and topped with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 45-60 minutes until soft.
- Once cooked, let cool slightly, then peel and place in a bowl.
- Add butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Smash the sweet potatoes until fluffy but still slightly chunky.
- Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with crumbled turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute butter and cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- These smashed potatoes pair well with grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Sweet potato recipes, Garlic Parmesan, Smashed Potatoes