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Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake

Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake

  • Author: Brian
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake is a comforting and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender layers of sweet potatoes, rich plant-based butter, smoky plant-based bacon, and fragrant natural herbs. This creamy, savory bake is perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings and quickly becomes a favorite recipe for repeated enjoyment.

Ingredients

Scale

Sweet Potato Layer

  • 3 large sweet potatoes, washed, peeled, and thinly sliced

Sauce and Flavorings

  • 3 tablespoons plant-based butter
  • 1/2 cup plant-based cream (natural)
  • 2 teaspoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (natural)
  • 2 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Protein

  • 6 ounces smoked plant-based bacon, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep the Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then slice them into even, thin rounds to ensure they cook uniformly and layer beautifully.
  2. Cook Smoked Plant-Based Bacon and Garlic: In a pan, lightly brown the smoked plant-based bacon pieces until just crispy. Add the freshly minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic to keep the flavor sweet and mellow.
  3. Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce: Melt plant-based butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in plant-based cream (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in the natural gelling agent until the sauce thickens slightly but remains smooth and pourable.
  4. Layer the Bake: In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced sweet potatoes, followed by half the plant-based bacon and garlic mixture. Pour half of the sauce over this layer. Repeat with the remaining sweet potatoes, bacon mixture, and sauce, pressing gently to compact the layers.
  5. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender but not falling apart. Remove the foil in the last 10 minutes to allow the top to develop a subtle golden hue.

Notes

  • Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice sweet potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Space layers evenly to allow the creamy sauce to soak into every piece.
  • Let the bake cool for 10 minutes before slicing to help it hold its shape.
  • Fresh thyme (natural) enhances flavor, so avoid substituting dried herbs casually.
  • Ensure the sauce is thickened but still pourable for smooth coating of potato slices.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Garlic Butter Sweet Potato Bake, plant-based, creamy sweet potatoes, smoky, easy side dish, family friendly, gluten free

Find it online: https://puretastekitchen.com/garlic-butter-sweet-potato-bake/