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Sweet potato stacks deserves a spot on every dinner table. This delectable side dish combines the wholesome goodness of sweet potatoes with an elegant presentation. It is sure to elevate any meal. Sliced thinly and layered with a blend of savory herbs, garlic, maple, and a touch of cayenne, these sweet potato stacks achieve the perfect balance of flavors and textures. What makes them a must-try side dish is not just their wonderful taste but also their versatility. Whether you’re hosting a holiday feast or a casual dinner party, sweet potato stacks add a touch of sophistication and warmth to the table. With minimal effort, you can turn this humble root vegetable into a show-stopping accompaniment that will leave your guests craving more.

Making sweet potato stacks is all about simple yet sophisticated flavors. Slice sweet potatoes thin, toss in the seasoned butter, then layer them in a muffin tin. Pop them in the oven, and let the magic happen – crispy edges and tender centers in no time. Whether you’re a kitchen pro or a newbie, sweet potato stacks promise stress-free cooking with tasty results. You’ll have a visually stunning, mouthwatering side dish ready to steal the show at any meal. It’s proof that culinary elegance is a breeze in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

The ingredients for this dish are minimal but together they pack a lot of flavor. In recipes with minimal ingredients, it’s important to use high-quality ingredients becomes each component helps define the dish’s overall flavor profile. When simplicity is key, the integrity and freshness of each ingredient shine through.

• Sweet potatoes- rich in complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and an array of vitamins and minerals. Use sweet potatoes that are no wider than your muffin tins
• Butter- I use unsalted butter to control the amount of salt in the dish
• Garlic- for a savory, aromatic note
• Thyme- use the fresh herb not dried. adds a fragrant and earthy flavor to enhance the dish
• Cayenne Pepper- brings a little bit of heat to the dish
• Maple Syrup- use a high grade, 100% maple syrup

Equipment

Using a mandolin makes slicing the sweet potatoes a breeze. A mandolin is a versatile tool that offers precision and efficiency in slicing fruits and vegetables. The mandolin provides uniform cuts to ensure a more even cooking process. It’s a time-saving kitchen essential for those looking to cut down on prep time. However, for those who don’t have a mandolin, fear not. Slicing with a sharp knife remains a tried-and-true alternative. The goal will be to get the slices to be as close in thickness as possible. Whether you opt for the precision of a mandolin or the traditional charm of a knife, achieving beautiful results is within reach.

The ingenious use of a muffin tin creates perfectly portioned and visually pleasing potato stacks. This kitchen hack transforms a basic muffin tin into a powerhouse tool for crafting individual servings of crispy, layered potato goodness. The tin’s compartments are ideal for easy stacking and also ensure uniform cooking, guaranteeing each stack achieves that ideal balance of crispy edges and tender interiors.

Making the Sweet Potato Stacks

The prep time for this dish is minimal, and as mentioned, using a mandolin will save you even more time. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F while you do the slicing. After you slice the sweet potatoes, all that is left to do is to make the cayenne maple butter. This comes together rather easily. Start by melting the unsalted butter in a small sauce pan. Once melted, add finely minced garlic and chopped thyme to the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the maple syrup and cayenne pepper to the butter, and cook for 1-2 minutes more. Set aside to cool, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

In large mixing bowl, coat the sweet potato slices in the cayenne maple butter. Use your hands or a silicone spatula to make sure that all slices get coated in the butter. Spray the muffin tin with a light coating of non-stick cooking spray. Layer the sweet potato slices in the muffin tins until slightly above the rim. Try to layer slices of similar size together. Bake for 40 minutes or until the stacks are cooked and the edges start to brown. Serve warm with your favorite entrée.

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Cayenne Maple Sweet Potato Stacks

Thinly sliced sweet potatoes in spicy/sweet maple butter

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time45 minutes mins

Total Time50 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12

Equipment

• mandolin

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes cut into 1/8” slices
• 8 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 large garlic cloves finely minced
• 1 1/2 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• salt to taste
• pepper to taste
• nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• In small saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add garlic and thyme, and cook until fragrant (approximately 1-2 minutes).
• Stir in cayenne pepper and maple syrup. Cook another 1-2 minutes. Set aside to slightly cool. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• In large mixing bowl, coat sweet potato slices in the cayenne maple butter using your hands or a silicone spatula.
• Spray muffin tins with a light coating of non-stick cooking spray.
• Layer sweet potato slices in the muffin tins until slightly above the rim.
• Bake 40 minutes or until stacks are cooked and edges start to brown.
• Serve warm.