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Sloppy Joe Sweet Potatoes

Deliciously baked sweet potatoes filled with a hearty Sloppy Joe mixture, making for a cozy weeknight meal that's both healthy and tasty.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces sweet potatoes Choose similar sizes for even cooking.
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey Can use any ground meat or veggie crumbles.
  • 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce Or barbecue sauce for a variation.
Aromatics
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
Optional toppings
  • 1 cup cheese, shredded Melted for a creamy finish.
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced For a fresh crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the sweet potatoes and pierce them with a fork.
  3. Bake the sweet potatoes for 45-60 minutes until soft.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in the Sloppy Joe sauce and let simmer for a few minutes.
Assembly
  1. Once the sweet potatoes are baked, cut them open and fill with the Sloppy Joe mixture.
  2. Add any optional toppings if desired and serve warm.

Notes

These Sloppy Joe Sweet Potatoes can be stored in the fridge for about 3-5 days. They can also be frozen for future use, but reheat in the oven for best texture. Choose sweet potatoes of similar size for even cooking. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture for spice.