Description
Yummy Sloppy Janes in Sweet Potatoes for a Wholesome Twist combines the savory goodness of sloppy joes with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This delightful dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, offering a nutritious and satisfying meal that will impress everyone at your table. Each bite features tender sweet potatoes filled with a hearty ground beef mixture, elevated by zesty seasonings and fresh herbs. Enjoy this unique take on a classic comfort food that’s both delicious and wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry sweet potatoes, then poke holes in them with a fork.
- Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes or until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Slice roasted sweet potatoes open lengthwise and fill with the sloppy joe mixture. Add toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (about 260g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg