Cooking a sweet potato in the oven is a simple and delicious way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable. Sweet potatoes are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they can be cooked in a variety of ways. Oven-cooking is a great option because it is hands-off and results in a perfectly cooked sweet potato every time.
To cook a sweet potato in the oven, simply preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Scrub the sweet potato clean and pat it dry. Prick the potato all over with a fork to help it cook evenly. Place the sweet potato on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until it is tender when pierced with a fork.