Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Ground Beef
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Category: One Dish Meal
Servings: 4
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5 from 14 reviews)
Description
Delve into a delightful twist on a classic dish with these Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Ground Beef, a heartwarming recipe that transforms sweet potatoes into a savory delight. This easy-to-make dish has won over even the toughest critics, like my mom, who thought she disliked sweet potatoes. It’s a satisfying meal perfect for family dinners.
Keywords
Meat, < 4 Hours
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ground beef |
| 1 | Onion (chopped) |
| 1 | Green pepper (chopped) |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground black pepper |
| 2 | Sweet potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced) |
| 1/4 cup | Brown sugar |
| 3 tbsp | All-purpose flour |
| 1/4 cup | Pineapple juice |
| 1 tbsp | Vinegar |
| 2 tbsp | Soy sauce |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 426.9 kcal |
| Total Fat | 17.3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 77.1 mg |
| Sodium | 1198.4 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 42.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g |
| Sugars | 23.5 g |
| Protein | 24.5 g |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring it’s ready for your savory creation.
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Prepare the Meat Mixture: In an 8-cup baking dish, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, and green pepper, seasoning it with salt and ground black pepper. Press this mixture into an even, thin layer at the bottom of the dish.
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Layer the Potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them thinly, arranging the slices evenly over the meat mixture for a beautiful, colorful layer.
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Create the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and flour together. Then, in another bowl, combine the pineapple juice, vinegar, and soy sauce. Gradually stir this juice mixture into the brown sugar and flour, forming a smooth sauce.
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Combine and Bake: Pour the sauce over the layered sweet potatoes and ground beef. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy this deliciously unique dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends!
This delightful meal blends savory and sweet flavors beautifully, making it an ultimate comfort food experience. Enjoy!
