Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
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Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

We are bringing you a dinner classic in a whole new way! This recipe takes taco night to a whole new level that is more unique and a lot healthier. Sweet potatoes are full of nutrients and the perfect alternative to taco shells if you still want to enjoy a delicious taco without the extra calories then this is for you.

Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pack taco seasoning
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 1 tbsp Hot SkinnySauce
  • ½ cup water
  • 4 sweet potatoes
  • Toppings: tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, cheese.

Preparation:

  1. Cook the ground beef until browned on a stove over medium heat.
  2. Add in the chopped onion and garlic and heat for 4 minutes.
  3. Drain the grease from the beef mixture and add the taco seasoning.
  4. Mix in the salsa and hot sauce.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Add up to ½ cup of water to achieve your desired consistency.
  7. While the meat cooks, poke holes in the sweet potatoes with a fork and cook in the microwave for 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
  8. Ensure the sweet potatoes are soft enough, if not, cook until they are.
  9. Cut the sweet potatoes in half and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
  10. Fluff the inside of the sweet potatoes with a fork and add in the cooked taco meat.
  11. Top with your desired toppings!
  12. Serve and enjoy!

Love,

Sam

12 January 2022