Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Sloppy Joe Sweet Potato Bowls! These delightful bowls combine tender sweet potatoes with a savory, flavor-packed sloppy joe mixture, creating a hearty meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress. With vibrant colors and mouthwatering flavors, every bite is a satisfying adventure that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub sweet potatoes and prick them with a fork.
- Wrap each potato in foil and bake for about 45 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in oil until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground meat, cooking until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Carefully unwrap baked sweet potatoes and slice them open lengthwise. Fill each with the sloppy joe mixture.
- Optional: Top with cheese and return to the oven for another 5 minutes to melt cheese.
- Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg