A creamy garlic-yogurt sauce pairs well with the sweetness of these crispy roasted sweet potatoes.

To achieve the signature hasselback appearance, position two wooden spoons alongside the potatoes as you cut.

Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Photo: Ali Redmond

Cut off and discard about 14 inch from top of garlic head, exposing the cloves.

Place the garlic head on a piece of foil and drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil.

Wrap completely with foil.

Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

Mix together cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cayenne and the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a small bowl.

Roast until the garlic is soft, about 30 minutes.

Transfer the garlic to a clean cutting board to cool.

Squeeze the garlic cloves from their skins into a small bowl.

Serve the sauce with the sweet potatoes.

Garnish with parsley and/or lemon zest, if desired.

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