10/10/2026
๐๐ฆ FOODIE Saturday โ THANKSGIVING EDITION! ๐ฆ๐
๐ Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cranberries & Pecans
Thanksgiving weekend is almost here, and if you're looking for a delicious side dish to add to your turkey dinner, this one's a keeper! ๐
Sweet, savoury, and full of fall flavours, these maple roasted sweet potatoes are easy to make and look beautiful on your Thanksgiving table.
๐ฝ๏ธ INGREDIENTS:
3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp pure maple syrup ๐
ยฝ tsp cinnamon
ยฝ tsp salt
ยผ tsp black pepper
ยฝ cup dried cranberries
ยฝ cup chopped pecans
1 tbsp melted butter
Fresh rosemary or parsley for garnish (optional)
๐ฉโ๐ณ DIRECTIONS:
1๏ธโฃ Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2๏ธโฃ In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
3๏ธโฃ Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 25โ35 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
4๏ธโฃ During the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the pecans over the sweet potatoes to lightly toast them.
5๏ธโฃ Remove from the oven and gently toss with the dried cranberries, melted butter, and remaining tablespoon of maple syrup.
6๏ธโฃ Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh rosemary or parsley.
โจ THANKSGIVING TIP: Want to save time on the big day? Peel and cube your sweet potatoes the day before and store them covered in cold water in the refrigerator. Drain and dry well before roasting!
๐ Why we love this recipe: The sweetness of the maple syrup, the tart cranberries, and the crunch of the pecans make it the perfect complement to roasted turkey, stuffing, and gravy!
โค๏ธ Thanksgiving is all about good food, family, friends, and making memories around the table.
๐ฌ What's the ONE side dish your Thanksgiving dinner just wouldn't be complete without? Mashed potatoes, stuffing, sweet potatoes, or something else?
Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend filled with delicious food and great company! ๐ฆ๐