Introduction

Sweet potatoes are great for a healthy diet, but they can be really hard to cook if you don’t know what you’re doing. Luckily for you, I’m here to help!

You can cook sweet potatoes in the microwave, on the stovetop or in the oven.

• Microwave: Cook for 10 minutes, or until tender.
• Stovetop: Place sweet potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low and cook until tender when pierced with a fork (about 20 minutes). Drain well before serving.
• Oven: Heat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Prick each sweet potato several times with a fork; place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil, then bake for about 1 hour or until very tender when pierced with knife tip

The microwave is a fast and easy option for cooking sweet potatoes.

Microwaves can be used to cook sweet potatoes in just 5 to 10 minutes. If you cook them too long, they will become mushy, so make sure to check on them every couple of minutes. Also, if you don’t microwave your sweet potato enough, it will be hard and difficult to eat–so keep an eye on your spud!

Finally: Don’t use a metal tray in the microwave; this will cause it too become soggy and make for a less pleasant eating experience when serving your guests or family members their dinner.

Boil or steam in water until soft, then mash.

• Boil or steam in water until soft, then mash.
• Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes to an hour.
• Microwave on high for 10 minutes, then flip over and cook for another 5-10 minutes until soft enough to pierce with a fork but not mushy (the time will vary depending on your microwave).

Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit until they’re soft enough to stick with a fork.

The cooking time for sweet potatoes will vary depending on your oven. In general, bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit until they’re soft enough to stick with a fork. If you cook them too long, they will be mushy and if you cook them too short, they will be hard. The best way to tell if your sweet potatoes are done is by sticking a fork in it!

The faster you cook them, the softer they will be.

The cooking time for sweet potatoes depends on how you want them to turn out. If you want them soft and mushy, microwave them for about 10 minutes. If you want the middle of your sweet potato to be a little firmer, bake or boil it for about 45 minutes.

When baking them in the oven, you’ll add a little oil to prevent them from drying out or burning.

When baking them in the oven, you’ll add a little oil to prevent them from drying out or burning.

To prevent your sweet potato from drying out while cooking:

• Cut off the ends of your sweet potato and poke holes all over with a fork (this will allow steam to escape).
• Coat with olive oil and place on a tray lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil; sprinkle with salt and pepper if desired (you can also use rosemary), then bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until tender when pierced with a fork (about 40 minutes).

If you’re making fries, you’ll use an even lower temperature and cook them longer until they’re soft enough to cut through without shredding themselves apart too much.

If you’re making fries, you’ll use an even lower temperature and cook them longer until they’re soft enough to cut through without shredding themselves apart too much.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the sweet potatoes into fries and place them in the oil (you may need to do this in batches). Cook until golden brown on both sides, then remove from heat and transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels or newspaper so excess oil can drain off; set aside while preparing other ingredients for your meal if necessary.

Bake for 5-10 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork

Cooking methods can vary depending on your needs.

Cooking methods can vary depending on your needs. If you’re looking for something quick and easy, the microwave might be your best bet. But if you want to add some flavor to your sweet potato, baking is a good option. And if you’re craving crispy fries or chips, frying might just be what the doctor ordered!

Conclusion

So now that you know how long it takes to cook a sweet potato, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get cooking!