Description
Indulge in a comforting twist on traditional sloppy joes with our Yummy Sloppy Janes in Sweet Potatoes. These deliciously stuffed sweet potatoes are filled with savory ground meat, colorful veggies, and rich spices, creating a hearty meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this dish promises to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85% lean) or ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash the sweet potatoes, prick with a fork, place on the baking sheet, and roast for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef or turkey with onions and bell peppers until browned (about 7-10 minutes).
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Once sweet potatoes are roasted, slice open lengthwise and fluff insides with a fork. Fill each potato with the meat mixture.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or toppings of choice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg