Sweet Potatoes With Cheese And Green Beans
This stuffed baked sweet potato recipe is a delicious vegetarian main dish that’s satisfying for everyone, even meat lovers! The natural sweetness of the baked sweet potato pairs perfectly with gooey melted cheddar cheese and savory green beans. It’s a simple, wholesome meal that’s both filling and nutritious.
Servings: 2
Calories: 576kcal
Equipment
- Foil
- Non-stick Frying pan
- Spoon
- Potato masher or fork
- Measuring cups or spoons
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 cup green beans or other green vegetable, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prick each sweet potato a few times with a knife. Rub with olive oil, place on a foil-lined baking sheet, and bake for 1 1/2 hours or until tender.
- In a non-stick frying pan, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and green beans, cooking until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the sweet potatoes are done baking, place them on a large plate. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides, placing the flesh in a mixing bowl (leave the skin intact). Mash the sweet potato flesh with a fork or potato masher, then stir in the cooked vegetables until well combined.
- Spoon the sweet potato and veggie mixture back into each potato skin. Sprinkle each with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Microwave or place the stuffed potatoes back in the oven until the cheese has melted and everything is warmed through.
Notes
- For a quicker bake time, bake the sweet potatoes ahead and refrigerate. Simply reheat before stuffing and topping with cheese.
- Avoid microwaving the sweet potatoes initially, as the oven-baked flavor is richer and yields a softer texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 576kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 790mg | Potassium: 1074mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 33008IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 489mg | Iron: 2mg