This week Kristen is making creamier and more flavorful sweet potatoes—thanks to science, and thanks to Nik Sharma, whose new cookbook The Flavor Equation breaks down the research on how we can make our food more delicious. In this case: a surprisingly simple one-pan technique for first steaming then roasting that makes sweet potatoes the best version of themselves—perfect for a splashy Thanksgiving side or just: dinner. GET THE RECIPE ►► https://f52.co/3pNtHplListen to Nik on the Genius Recipe Tapes podcast ►► https://f52.co/36Kc017Check out other Genius Recipe Tapes episodes ►► https://f52.co/3eoV8jTINGREDIENTSFor the sweet potatoes:4 sweet potatoes (each 7 ounces [200 grams]), preferably a yellow-fleshed variety such as Garnet or Jewel2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperatureFine sea saltFor the dressing & garnish:1/2 cup (120 grams) crème fraîche or sour cream1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice2 teaspoons fish sauce (optional, see Author Notes)1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperFine sea salt2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions, both green and white parts2 tablespoons roasted peanuts1 teaspoon red chile flakes, such as Aleppo, Maras, or Urfa1/2 teaspoon lime zestSUBSCRIBE TO FOOD52 ►► https://f52.co/2HN7Dp8 CONNECT WITH FOOD52 Web: https://food52.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/food52 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Food52 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/food52 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Food52 Food52 newsletter: https://f52.co/newsletter ABOUT FOOD52 As a one-stop shop for joyful living, Food52 connects discerning home cooks with the interests they're passionate about via award-winning food and lifestyle content across platforms. We provide our audience with the recipes and solutions they crave to eat thoughtfully, live joyfully, entertain beautifully, and travel differently.