Ingredients

2 sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds total), peeled and cut into 1/2-by-2-inch sticks

2 tablespoons olive oil

Coarse salt and ground pepper

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Preparation

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Divide potatoes between two rimmed baking sheets; toss with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer, without overlapping. Roast, tossing once, until tender and starting to brown, 25 to 30 minutes.

Sprinkle with lemon juice; season with salt and pepper, if desired. Toss to coat.