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Side Dish Sea Salt Recipes

Sea Salt Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes are baked with a drizzle of maple syrup until they are tender and lightly browned then topped with pecans and a sprinkle of Morton Coarse Sea Salt for a finishing touch that will turn this simple dish into something special.
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Ingredients Instructions

Key Information

Dish Type

Side Dish

Time

Prep: 15 minutes

Cook: 25-30 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Serves

4-6

Ingredient List

Ingredients and measurements.

  • 2 lbs. (about 3 medium) Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoon Morton® Coarse Sea Salt, plus more for finishing
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Maple Syrup
  • ¼ cup Pecan Pieces

Cooking Instructions

Step-By-Step Cooking Information and Guidance

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F and coat 9 in. x 13 in. baking pan with cooking spray.

Step 2

Mix all ingredients together in a separate bowl, except for pecans.

Step 3

Arrange mixture in baking pan.

Step 4

Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Step 5

Add pecans and finish with a pinch of Coarse Sea Salt.

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Step 6

And serve!

Morton Products USED IN THIS RECIPE

Our products that bring this dish together
coarse-sea-salt

Sea Salt Coarse 17.6 oz

Coarse sea salt created by sea water that has been evaporated by the sun.   Our coarse sea salt is created by sea water that has been evaporated by the sun. The larger salt crystals add a crunch along with a burst of flavor to any food, making it a great option as a finishing salt on vegetables, roasted potatoes, fruit and chocolate desserts.

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Morton Salt
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