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Sloppy Joe Sweet Potatoes

A hearty and healthy one-pan dinner featuring sweet potatoes stuffed with savory ground meat and zesty sloppy joe sauce.
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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 medium-sized sweet potatoes
  • 1 lb Ground beef or ground turkey Can substitute with tofu for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Sloppy Joe sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped For sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced For sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • optional Toppings (cheese, green onions, etc.) Add as desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the sweet potatoes and pierce them with a fork.
  3. Bake 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.
  4. Once the sweet potatoes are baked, cut them open and fill with the Sloppy Joe mixture.
  5. Add any optional toppings if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in oven or microwave.