SWEET POTATO AND BACON FOIL PACKS

Sweet Potato and Bacon Foil Packs image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon real maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 1/2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch pieces
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup shredded Fontina cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped green onions

Steps:

Heat gas or charcoal grill. Cut 2 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Spray with cooking spray.
In medium bowl, mix melted butter, syrup, salt and red pepper. Add potatoes and bacon; stir until evenly coated. Divide mixture evenly among sheets of foil.
Bring up 2 sides of foil so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
Place packs on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 12 minutes. Rotate packs 1/2 turn; cook 10 to 12 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender. Remove packs from grill, cut large X across top of each pack. Carefully fold back foil. Sprinkle potatoes with cheese; loosely close, and let stand 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Garnish with green onions.
To make in oven, place packs on cookie sheet. Bake at 375°F 40 to 45 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Add cheese and green onion garnish as directed above.