Vanilla Roasted Sweet Potatoes

 

2 lbs sweet potatoes, cut into 1" wedges
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1 vanilla bean

Heat oven to 400 degrees.  

In a large bowl, toss potatoes, oil, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 tsp salt.

Cut vanilla bean lengthwise and  scrape seeds and bean into potatoes.  Toss to incorporate.

Transfer to a foil lined sheet pan and roast until potatoes are tender, 25 - 30 minutes.