Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Smoked Paprika Honey Butter ft. July's Spice of the Month

July 05, 2018

Paprika is July's SPICE OF THE MONTH!

Paprika is a ground spice made from dried red fruits of the larger and sweeter varieties of the bell pepper. Typically, just labeled as paprika, this spice adds vibrant colour to any dish. It can be sprinkled as a garnish over devilled eggs or potato salad, or used as a flavouring for meat rubs.

Spice of the Month Recipe Series | Well Seasoned, a gourmet food store in Langley serving metro Vancouver, the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley

Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Smoked Paprika Honey Butter

A Well Seasoned Recipe - Visit us in store on 64th Avenue, in Langley, BC

Ingredients

4 medium sized sweet potatoes
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons local honey
1 tablespoon smoked sweet paprika (available in store at Well Seasoned)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (available in store at Well Seasoned)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork; rub with oil. Place potatoes on a baking sheet & bake at 400°F for 1 hour or until tender. Slice potatoes in half. Combine butter, honey, and smoked paprika in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave at high 1 minute, stirring once after 30 seconds. Drizzle butter mixture evenly over potato halves. Sprinkle potato halves with cilantro and salt, serve immediately.