Baked sweet potatoes provide a nutritious alternative to a regular baked potato. Sweet potatoes are full of vitamin A and can be prepared largely in the same way as regular potatoes, but the natural sweetness of the sweet potato provides a variety of flavour options. Try twice-cooked baked sweet potatoes as a quick and tasty accompaniment to a main dish.
Step One
Heat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Pierce the washed sweet potatoes with a fork so the steam can escape. Place the sweet potatoes in the oven on the oven rack and bake for about 45 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Step Two
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and cut the potatoes lengthwise. Scoop out the potato flesh into a bowl, taking care to keep the skins intact. Mash the potatoes in a large bowl until there are no lumps.
Step Three
Add in the sour cream and milk, then the brown sugar, butter and salt and mix until the potatoes are light and fluffy.
Step Four
Turn the oven up to 400 degrees and bake the potatoes uncovered for about 25 minutes until they are golden brown.