Best 2 Side Essentials Twice Baked Sweet Potato Heaven Recipes

Are you looking for a delicious side dish that will add a touch of sweetness and elegance to your next meal? Twice Baked Sweet Potato Heaven is the perfect recipe for you! This indulgent dish features tender, fluffy sweet potatoes that are twice-baked until golden brown and topped with a creamy, flavorful filling. Whether you're serving it as a side dish for a special occasion or as a comforting meal on a weeknight, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

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TWICE BAKED SWEET POTATOES

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This is a fabulous side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any other day you want to jazz up your meal! I made it up a few Chrimases ago 'cause I was bored with plain ol sweet potatoes. Great with Ham, Turkey, Pork & Beef.

Provided by Mz Red

Categories Low Protein

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 -3 large sweet potatoes
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
pecans, if you like

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400.
Precook sweet potatoes in microwave.
(unless you want this to take all day).
Mix room temperature butter & cream cheese.
Add pecans if you like.
Let sit 15-20 minutes.
Stir in brown sugar.
Remove sweet potatoes from microwave. Cut almost in half like - like a butterfly cut.
Scoop out all the potatoes.
Add to cream cheese, butter & brown sugar mix.
Stir until potatoes are small lumps. Or more if you want them creamier.
Put mixture back in potato skins.
Bake for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are browned on top.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.7, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 17, Cholesterol 82.3, Sodium 290.7, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 38.6, Protein 3.1

TWICE-BAKED SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

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These twice-baked sweet potatoes are a delicious spin on an old favorite!

Provided by Nancy Wick Whitcher

Time 2h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

nonstick cooking spray
5 pounds sweet potatoes
1 pound bacon
½ cup bread crumbs
4 tablespoons butter, melted
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup butter, softened

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a half-sheet pan with foil or parchment paper; spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
Pierce sweet potatoes well and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 90 minutes. Remove from heat and cool until potatoes are cool enough to handle. Remove skins. Leave the oven on.
Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble.
Mix bread crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl and set aside.
Mash potatoes well in a large bowl with a potato masher. Stir in chopped bacon, sour cream, onions, and softened butter. Stir to combine well. Spread mixture in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly over the top of potatoes.
Bake in the preheated oven until thoroughly heated and bread crumbs are just turning golden, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 580.5 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

Tips:

Choose the right potatoes: For the best results, select sweet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes. Avoid potatoes that have soft spots or cracks.
Bake the potatoes thoroughly: Prick the potatoes with a fork and bake them at 400°F (200°C) for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Scoop out the potato flesh carefully: Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch (6 mm) border around the edges.
Mash the potato flesh: Use a potato masher or a fork to mash the potato flesh until it is smooth and creamy. Be careful not to over-mash the potatoes, as this will make them gluey.
Add your favorite mix-ins: This is where you can get creative! Some popular mix-ins include butter, milk, sour cream, cream cheese, spices, herbs, and grated cheese.
Fill the potato shells: Spoon the mashed potato mixture into the potato shells. You can also top the potatoes with additional mix-ins, such as grated cheese or crumbled bacon.
Bake the potatoes again: Place the filled potato shells back in the oven and bake them at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are heated through and the topping is golden brown.

Conclusion:

Twice-baked sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them simple or loaded with toppings, twice-baked sweet potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.