Description
Sweet Potato and Ground Turkey Bake is a comforting, hearty casserole that combines creamy sweet potatoes and savory ground turkey, topped with melted cheddar cheese. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The delightful aroma and vibrant colors will have everyone at the table eager to dig in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup shredded aged cheddar cheese
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground turkey, cooking until browned (8-10 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika.
- Boil sweet potato cubes for about 15 minutes until tender; drain well.
- Mix cooked sweet potatoes with the ground turkey mixture in a large bowl; mash lightly.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with cheddar cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg