Ground Beef and Sweet Potato
This meal blends the natural sweetness of tender baked sweet potatoes with savory, well-seasoned ground beef, creating a dish that satisfies your hunger while offering good nutrition.
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 pieces sweet potatoes medium-sized
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Wash each sweet potato and poke a few holes in them with a fork. Wrap tightly in aluminum foil and arrange on a baking sheet. Bake for about 40 minutes, or until soft.
- Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and unwrap the foil. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a large skillet, heat over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, red onion, and garlic. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Season beef with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir in tomato paste and water; cook for a few minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Slice sweet potatoes in half lengthwise. Fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon beef mixture over each half and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
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Notes
This dish is easy to customize with different spices and toppings. Enjoy it warm for a satisfying meal!