Prepare the sweet potatoes

• Scrub the sweet potatoes and slice them in half lengthwise.

Melt the butter and seasonings

• Melt the butter directly on the baking sheet.
• Stir in the salt and pepper.

Coat the sweet potatoes

• Place the sweet potatoes cut side down on the baking sheet.
• Press them gently into the butter.
• Brush some of the butter over the tops.

Bake until fork tender

• Bake in the oven until the potatoes are fork tender and caramelized.

Finish and serve

• Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and serve hot.