Beef and Cheddar Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Oven-roasted sweet potatoes generously filled with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, aromatic herbs, and melty cheddar. A complete, comforting family recipe that's easy to make, ideal for a hearty lunch or dinner.
- Total time
- 1 h 35
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 1 h 15
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per person
- €1.25
By the CookinBreak team
Ingredients 10
Estimated cost €5.00
Equipment
Skillet
Baking sheet
Oven
Large bowl
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400 °F. Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then prick them several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for , until very tender.
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While they bake, heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté the chopped onion for a few minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and thyme leaves. Sauté for about one minute, stirring.
Add the ground beef and cook it, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt and pepper and continue cooking until the meat is well browned. Drain off the excess fat if needed.
Take the sweet potatoes out of the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Cut them in half lengthwise, then gently scoop out part of the flesh, keeping a rim of about one centimeter to hold their shape.
Place the flesh in a large mixing bowl. Add the milk, salt, and pepper, then roughly mash with a fork. Stir in half of the shredded cheddar.
Add the beef mixture to the mashed sweet potato, then mix until you get a uniform filling.
Generously divide the filling among the sweet potato shells, then sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheddar on top.
Return the stuffed potatoes to the baking sheet and bake for 10 to 15 more minutes, until the cheese is well melted and lightly golden.
Let rest for a few minutes before serving. You can add a little fresh thyme or a spoonful of Greek yogurt for a touch of freshness.
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Nutrition facts
per serving · estimate630kcal
- Protein39 g25%
- Carbs54 g35%
- Fat28 g40%
- Fiber8 g
Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.
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Chef's tip
For an even more tender texture, lightly brush the sweet potatoes with olive oil before baking. You can also add a few caramelized red onions or a touch of smoked paprika to the filling to boost the flavors. Finish with a few fresh herbs just before serving for a touch of freshness.
Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?
YesFreezes very well, up to 3 months cooked, in individual portions in airtight freezer bags.
Storage : How long does it keep?
Keeps 3 to 4 days max in an airtight container in the fridge.
Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?
YesThe beef-cheddar filling can be made ahead. The sweet potatoes can be baked and stuffed the next day.
Reheating : How do you reheat it?
Oven: 15-20min at 180°C to brown the cheddar. Microwave: 3-4min on medium power. Air fryer: 10-12min at 160°C for extra crispness.
Variations
- Add fresh thyme or a spoonful of Greek yogurt when serving.
- Keep a rim of about 1 cm of flesh in the shells.
- Sprinkle the rest of the cheddar on top before broiling.
Mistakes to avoid
- Forgetting to prick the sweet potatoes: prick them several times with a fork.
- Scooping out too much flesh: keep a rim so the shells hold up.
- Serving right away: let rest for a few minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Comment cuire les patates douces ?
Wash them, prick them several times with a fork, place them on a baking sheet, and bake for 45 to 60 minutes at 200 °C, until very tender in the center.
Comment préparer la farce ?
Sauté the onion, garlic, and thyme, then cook the ground beef until well browned, and mix it with the mashed sweet potato flesh, the milk, and half of the cheddar.
Comment évider les patates douces ?
Let them cool for a few minutes, cut them in half lengthwise, and gently scoop out part of the flesh, keeping a rim of about 1 cm to form shells.
Combien de temps gratiner les patates farcies ?
Divide the filling among the shells, sprinkle with the rest of the cheddar, return to the baking sheet, and bake for 10 to 15 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
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Beef and Cheddar Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Step 1 of 10
Preheat the oven to 400 °F. Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then prick them several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for , until very tender.
For this step
- 4 unit sweet potatoes
- 14 oz ground meat
- 1 ⅓ cups cheddar
- 1 unit onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 pinch of pepper
- 2 sprigs of thyme
- 3 ½ tbsp whole milk