**Sweet Potato Boats: A Hearty and Versatile Culinary Journey**
Embark on a delightful culinary voyage with sweet potato boats, a versatile dish that offers a symphony of flavors and textures. These wholesome vessels, crafted from tender and naturally sweet potatoes, provide a sturdy base for an array of delectable fillings, promising a satisfying and nutritious meal. From savory delights like chili and taco fillings to the sweet indulgence of cinnamon-spiced apples, these sweet potato boats cater to diverse palates and dietary preferences. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for your next gathering, these recipes guarantee a culinary experience that will leave you craving more.
SWEET POTATO BREAKFAST BOATS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: large sweet potatoes, large eggs, salt, black pepper, spinach, tomato, broccoli floret, shredded cheddar cheese, white onion, red bell pepper, bacon, sriracha sauce, avocado
Provided by Joey Firoben
Categories Breakfast
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Use a fork to pierce holes all over the sweet potatoes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Microwave the potatoes for 7 minutes until they have softened significantly.
- Slice the potatoes in half and use a spoon to scrape out the inner flesh, making sure to leave at least a ¼-inch (6 mm) thick border on each side, saving the scooped out potato parts to use for side dishes.
- Transfer the potatoes to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Fill each of the potatoes with 1 egg and an assortment of fillings for whatever flavor combinations you'd like. Season each potatoes with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes, until the egg has cooked to preferred doneness.
- Top the potatoes and side dishes with your choice of topping and garnishes and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 9 grams
PINEAPPLE SWEET POTATO BOATS
Crushed pineapple adds a tasty twist to these twice-baked sweet potatoes. Mini-marshmallows can be used in place of the pineapple if you prefer.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 12-14 minutes or until tender, turning once. , When cool enough to handle, cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell. In a large bowl, mash the pulp. Add the crushed pineapple, butter, salt, cinnamon, ginger, allspice and nutmeg; mix well. Spoon into sweet potato shells., Place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with pineapple tidbits and brown sugar. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
CHEESY CHORIZO AND EGG SWEET POTATO BOATS
These twice-baked sweet potatoes are savory and perfect for a weekend breakfast or weeknight dinner. For a vegetarian version, skip chorizo and add mushroom or zucchini. Enjoy these boats with Mexican crema, lime juice, and extra cilantro.
Provided by Snacking in the Kitchen
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 1h35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Coat sweet potatoes with olive oil and season with salt; place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until sweet potatoes are tender, about 1 hour. Cool until easily handled.
- Cook and stir chorizo, onion, poblano pepper, and garlic in a skillet over medium-high heat until chorizo is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and stir cilantro into chorizo mixture.
- Slice tops of cooled sweet potatoes horizontally and scoop out some of the flesh, creating "boats" with the peels and remaining flesh. Spoon chorizo mixture into "boats", forming a well in the middle. Crack 1 egg into each well and top with pepperjack cheese. Place boats on the baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven until egg whites are set and cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 986.9 calories, Carbohydrate 100.7 g, Cholesterol 278.5 mg, Fat 48.1 g, Fiber 15.9 g, Protein 38.8 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 1556.6 mg, Sugar 22 g
SWEET POTATO BOATS
This makes a great fat-free side-dish. You can substitute chopped apples for either the raisins or the cranberries.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bake the sweet potatoes in their skins.
- Allow them to cool.
- When the potatoes are cool, slice them in half lengthwise and gently scoop out the flesh, leaving behind enough to hold the shell together.
- In a food processor, grind the cranberries.
- Then add the raisins, walnuts, honey, cinnamon and the reserved sweet potato and process until well mixed.
- Mound the filling back into the sweet potato shells and bake in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes.
- If the potatoes are large, slice each boat in half before serving.
SWEET POTATO BOATS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 1. Bake sweet potatoes until tender. 2. Cut in half lengthwise. Spoon out centers. 3. Mix potato and all other ingredients. Mound in shells and bake for 20 minutes, or until hot.
Tips:
- Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for medium-sized sweet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes.
- Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking: This will help them cook evenly.
- Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender: You can check this by piercing them with a fork. The fork should go in easily.
- Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before filling them: This will help prevent the filling from becoming too runny.
- Be creative with your fillings: You can use anything from chili to pulled pork to roasted vegetables.
- Top the sweet potatoes with cheese, sour cream, or guacamole before serving: This will add extra flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
Sweet potato boats are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give sweet potato boats a try!
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