**Loaded Baked Sweet Potatoes: A Journey Through Culinary Delights**
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our enticing selection of loaded baked sweet potato recipes, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. From the classic and comforting to the bold and adventurous, these recipes offer a diverse range of options for every palate. Whether you prefer a traditional sweet potato topped with melted butter and brown sugar or a more elaborate creation adorned with savory fillings and tantalizing sauces, you'll find inspiration within this collection. These delectable dishes are not only visually stunning but also packed with wholesome ingredients, making them a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals.
LOADED TWICE-BAKED SWEET POTATOES
They say your greatest strength is also your biggest weakness; the same starchy sweetness that makes this tuber such a popular holiday side dish also can lead to palate fatigue. That's why I've enlisted bacon, lime, jalapeno, green onions, and sharp Cheddar to make these twice-baked sweet potatoes more addictive than in any Thanksgiving past. You can prep them ahead of time and then bake when you're ready to serve.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet. Prick with a knife and drizzle with olive oil; rub to coat. Space sweet potatoes evenly apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven until completely tender, about 35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add bacon to a pan over medium heat. Cook and stir until bacon starts to get crispy and the fat turns foamy, 4 to 5 minutes. Add green onions and jalapeno; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Let sweet potatoes cool until safe to handle. Leave the oven on. Cut off the top 1/3 of each potato, holding the knife at a 45-degree angle. Scoop out sweet potato flesh from both the top and bottom halves, leaving at least 1/4 inch flesh in the bottoms to make the shells.
- Season the sweet potato flesh with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Add 1/2 cup cheese, creme fraiche, and lime juice. Mash with a potato masher. Add the bacon mixture and mix until combined. Spoon filling into the sweet potato shells. Lightly scatter remaining cheese on top.
- Bake until heated through and tops have started to brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.2 calories, Carbohydrate 59.3 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 740 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
LOADED BAKED SWEET POTATOES
This is a heavenly addition to any meal. I usually serve it with steak or any kind of pork. Would also be good as an alternative to candied yams for the holidays.
Provided by Texaspollock
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 5 Potatoes, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Wash the sweet potatoes and puncture with a fork then wrap in aluminum foil.
- Place on baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour.
- When the potatoes are almost done, melt butter and mix with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Remove potatoes from oven and change oven temp to broil.
- Unwrap potatoes leaving the foil under them to catch any drippings.
- Slice potatoes down the middle and spoon butter mixture evenly into all 5 potatoes.
- Top each potato with 1/4 cup marshmallow cream.
- Place pan in broiler and broil for 1-3 minutes. (watch closely because they can burn easily if forgotten).
- ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.8, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 48.8, Sodium 260.5, Carbohydrate 103.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 63.7, Protein 2.7
LOADED BAKED SWEET POTATOES
This plant-powered lunch is packed with healthy fats from avocado and fiber-packed ingredients like sweet potatoes and black beans. It will fuel your afternoon and keep you sated until dinnertime.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F; line a baking sheet with foil. Prick sweet potatoes a few times with a fork and rub skins with oil; season with a pinch each of salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
- Place sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack, with prepared pan placed on a lower rack to catch any drips. Bake until sweet potatoes are very tender, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, stir together black beans, 2 teaspoons oil, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; season to taste. Slash open potatoes and season insides to taste. Divide bean mixture and avocado between potatoes. Serve hot, with crème fraîche, toasted sesame seeds, and a generous pinch of cinnamon.
JAMAICAN LOADED BAKED SWEET POTATOES WITH PULLED PORK AND MANGO RUM SALSA
It's hard to feel guilty about devouring a loaded baked potato with pulled pork when it's a beta carotene-packed sweet potato topped with fiber-filled mango. Shave down prep time by using two cups of thawed Make-Ahead Oven-Roasted Pulled Pork!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Line rimmed cookie sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray. Place sweet potatoes on cookie sheet, and poke all over with fork. Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until completely tender when pierced all the way through with knife. Cool about 10 minutes or until easy to handle.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together brown sugar, lime juice, rum and gingerroot until brown sugar dissolves. Add jalapeño chile, onion and mango; toss to coat. Stir in cilantro; cover and refrigerate.
- In medium microwavable bowl, mix pork, olive oil and jerk seasoning. Microwave uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes or until steaming hot.
- Cut open sweet potatoes. Using fork, mash up the flesh of each potato in their jackets. Divide salt among potatoes, and stir in with fork. Divide pork mixture, salsa, then cheese among the 4 potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size so they cook evenly.
- Prick the sweet potatoes: This helps the steam escape and prevents the potatoes from bursting.
- Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes, but they are typically done after 45-60 minutes.
- Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before handling: This will help prevent them from breaking apart.
- Load the sweet potatoes with your favorite toppings: There are endless possibilities, so get creative! Some popular toppings include butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, marshmallows, sour cream, and bacon.
Conclusion:
Loaded baked sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. They are also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. With so many different ways to load them up, there is sure to be a combination that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give loaded baked sweet potatoes a try!
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