Sweet Potatoes with Herb Oil and Goat Cheese

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1 extra large or 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 garlic clove, finely grated
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup finely chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped sweet marjoram
  • 1½ teaspoons red wine vinegar, divided
  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 3 ounces fresh goat cheese

RECIPE PREPARATION

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and roast, turning once, until tender, 35–45 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, whisk garlic, oil, parsley, sweet marjoram, and ½ tsp. vinegar in a small bowl to combine; season herb oil with salt and pepper.
  • Halve sweet potatoes lengthwise. Using a large metal spoon, scoop out large pieces of flesh and place in a large bowl; discard skin. Add remaining 1 tsp. vinegar and gently toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer squash to a platter and drizzle with herb oil. Crumble goat cheese over.