Sweet Potato Steaks

Name: Sweet Potato Steaks
Ingredients: 2 large Sweet Potatoes; 3/4 cup Ricotta; 1/2 cup Arugula; 1/2 cup Cilantro; 1 Serrano Pepper; 1/4 cup Olive Oil; 1/2 + 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt; A few grinds of Black Pepper; 1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil

9 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

2 large Sweet Potatoes
3/4 cup Ricotta
1/2 cup Arugula
1/2 cup Cilantro
1 Serrano Pepper
1/4 cup Olive Oil
1/2 + 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
A few grinds of Black Pepper
1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Directions

1

Heat oven to 350F.
2

Wash and Wipe dry sweet potatoes. Slice then into 1-2 inch thick slices on a bias.
3

Line a baking sheet with Silpat or nonstick aluminum foil. Arrange slices on sheet. Brush slices with olive oil on both sides. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bake slices for 25 minutes till soft. Remove from oven and keep warm.
4

While potatoes cook blend arugula, cilantro, serrano pepper, remaining salt, pepper and olive oil into a thick puree. Scrape into a bowl.
5

Mix ricotta till smooth.
6

Start by topping slices with a scant tablespoon of ricotta. Arrange a dollop of arugula puree on top of ricotta and serve as an appetizer or side.