Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil

1 3/4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks

2 teaspoons light brown sugar, packed

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg.

Preparation

  1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Melt the coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat.

  2. In a large bowl, toss together potatoes, coconut oil, sugar, salt, pepper and nutmeg.

  3. Spread the potatoes in an even layer on a large baking sheet. Roast, tossing occasionally, until soft and caramelized, about 1 hour.