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Extra Cheesy Tex-Mex Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream, for serving
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Poke the sweet potatoes all over with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add the black beans and corn to the skillet, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Slice each baked sweet potato lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Divide the beef and vegetable mixture evenly among the sweet potatoes, stuffing the centers.
- Top each stuffed sweet potato with a generous amount of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Return the stuffed sweet potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle the stuffed sweet potatoes with chopped cilantro and serve with a dollop of sour cream and sliced green onions on top.
Tex-Mex Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with extra cheese is a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of Texas and Mexico. This hearty and satisfying dish has a rich history, with roots in the vibrant culinary traditions of the American Southwest and the border regions of Mexico. The dish is believed to have originated in Texas, where chefs and home cooks alike began experimenting with traditional Mexican ingredients and flavors, incorporating them into classic Texan dishes. Today, Tex-Mex Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with extra cheese can be found on the menus of many Tex-Mex restaurants across the United States, particularly in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. The dish has gained popularity for its bold flavors, hearty ingredients, and satisfying combination of sweet and savory elements. To make the best Tex-Mex Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with extra cheese, it's important to use high-quality sweet potatoes and a flavorful blend of Tex-Mex spices, such as cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. The addition of extra cheese adds a creamy, indulgent element to the dish, making it even more irresistible. One famous alternative method for making this dish is to top the stuffed sweet potatoes with a generous helping of melted cheese and then broil them in the oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. This creates a deliciously gooey and crispy topping that takes the dish to the next level. For the best version of this dish, head to renowned Tex-Mex restaurants in Texas, where talented chefs have perfected the art of creating the ultimate Tex-Mex Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with extra cheese. Whether you're a fan of traditional Tex-Mex cuisine or simply looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for bold, comforting flavors.
75 min
4
450 calories
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