Best 12 Sweet Potato Caramelized Onion Shells Recipes

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Sweet potato caramelized onion shells are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This unique and flavorful dish combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the savory flavor of caramelized onions. The crispy shells are filled with a creamy and cheesy mixture, making them a tasty treat that is sure to impress your friends and family. With simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you can create this delightful dish that is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO & CARAMELIZED ONION SHELLS



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Gorgonzola cheese and sweet potatoes add a fun and flavorful twist to classic stuffed shells. Delicious with a sprinkle of Parmesan, the pasta can be topped with leftover gravy, too. -Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large onions, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
21 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon sherry or apple cider
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 cup turkey gravy, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until softened. Add garlic powder and salt. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 25-30 minutes., Meanwhile, cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain pasta; set aside., Stir the broth, sherry, thyme and pepper into onions. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is almost evaporated. Remove from the heat. Stir in sweet potatoes and Gorgonzola cheese., Spoon into shells; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Baked sweet potatoes are topped with slow cooked caramelized onions and red bell peppers. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt. Use large sweet potatoes for a delicious meatless main dish.

Provided by elsaw

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fat-free sour cream
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Scrub and dry the sweet potatoes, then prick several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until the sweet potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and bell pepper; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 20 to 30 minutes more.
  • Split open the baked sweet potatoes and top with the onion mixture, salt, pepper, and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 128.2 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

CARAMELIZED ONION SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 red onions, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon finely chopped orange zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
3 sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-thick slices
Vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook onions slowly until golden brown. Add mustard and vinegar and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add honey, orange zest and thyme, stir to combine. Let cool.
  • Preheat grill, Brush the potato slices on both sides with the vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the potatoes on each side for 3 to 4 minutes or until just cooked through. Place potatoes in a bowl and fold in onion mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 296 milligrams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 11 grams

CARAMELIZED ONION SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 red onions, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon finely chopped orange zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
3 sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-thick slices
Vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook onions slowly until golden brown. Add mustard and vinegar and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add honey, orange zest and thyme, stir to combine. Let cool.
  • Preheat grill, Brush the potato slices on both sides with the vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the potatoes on each side for 3 to 4 minutes or until just cooked through. Place potatoes in a bowl and fold in onion mixture.

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONION



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I fail to remember where this recipe first appeared but chances are it was from Canadian Living magazine. This simple dish is much richer than you would expect and pairs well with grilled meats especially lamb and pork. Since sweet potatoes are very moist, adjust the amount of sour cream or milk to your taste. I do recall that the original recipe recommended placing the sweet potatoes and onion mixture in a food processor until blended. I found this method too gluey and altered it as stated.

Provided by Highland Lass

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
3 large sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream (Carnation low fat works very well) or 1/4 cup milk (Carnation low fat works very well)
salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400º.
  • Heat olive oil in frying pan at medium heat and add onion. Sauté until rings separate. Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking uncovered, until onions are soft and caramelized at least 30 minutes or more, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, prick whole potatoes with skins on and bake in roasting pan for 40 minutes or until soft. When cool enough to handle peel skins from potatoes and set aside.
  • When onions are soft add thyme, salt and pepper to taste and mix well. At this point you can either place the onions in a food processor and pulse until they are slightly chunky or chop with a sharp knife.
  • Heat a medium sized pot and add butter. Add the sweet potatoes and mash with a fork or potato masher. Add the sour cream or milk a little at a time then add the onion mixture. Blend with a wooden spoon until fully incorporated and adjust S & P to taste.

SWEET POTATO & CARAMELISED ONION ROLLS



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Try these vegan pastries for a plant-based version of sausage rolls. Wrapped in golden pastry, harissa adds a delicious spice to the sweet potato and red onion

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Snack

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium sweet potatoes (650g)
2 tbsp olive oil
3 red onions, finely sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tbsp harissa paste
1 tbsp tomato purée
½ small bunch of coriander, finely chopped
320g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry (check the label to ensure it is vegan)
dairy-free milk, for glazing
1 tsp nigella seeds

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork, then cook in the microwave on high for 8-10 mins until softened. Or, bake in the oven for 50 mins-1 hr, turning halfway through. Leave to cool a little, then cut in half and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Leave to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and cook the red onions and a pinch of salt for 10-12 mins, stirring occasionally until softened and caramelised. Add the garlic, harissa and tomato purée and fry for 2 mins more. Tip the mix into the bowl with the sweet potato along with the coriander, then mash together. The filling should be mostly smooth, but not a purée. Season and leave to cool completely.
  • Unroll the pastry sheet and cut in half lengthways into two long rectangles. Spoon half the filling down the middle of one of the rectangles and form it into a long sausage shape. Brush the edges of the pastry with a little of the milk, then fold the empty half of the pastry over the filling and press the edges to seal. Crimp using a fork to ensure the filling is enclosed, then repeat with the remaining filling and remaining rectangle of pastry.
  • Cut the pastry along the length into 7cm-long rolls, then arrange, spaced apart, on a large baking tray lined with baking parchment. The rolls can now be frozen on the tray. Once solid, put in a freezerproof container and freeze for up to three months. Brush with more milk, then sprinkle with the nigella seeds. Cut small slashes into the top of each roll. Bake for 25-30 mins (or 40 mins from frozen), turning halfway through, until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

CARAMELIZED SWEET ONIONS



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To ensure proper caramelization, avoid salting the onions before they have finished cooking.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 sweet onions (medium), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until all juices have evaporated, about 20 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are very tender and golden brown, 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND SWEET POTATO SKILLET



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy these caramelized skillet onions and potatoes for an easy side dish that's ready just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon canola or soybean oil
3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and sliced (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/4 large sweet onion (Bermuda, Maui, Spanish or Walla Walla), sliced
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon jerk seasoning (dry)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook sweet potatoes and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in brown sugar and jerk seasoning. Cook uncovered about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until glazed. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES & ONIONS



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This delicious side dish is packed with nutrition. Sweet potatoes, onions and almonds are powerhouses of antioxidants and other nutrients -- in fact, almonds are among the most nutrient-dense foods, containing high concentrations of vitamins and minerals per calorie. Plus, olive oil and almonds contain monounsaturated fat -- the good type.

Provided by Jean Carper

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch chunks
2 medium Vidalia or other sweet onions, cut in 1-inch chunks
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup amaretto liqueur
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Toss first 6 ingredients in a shallow medium-sized baking dish.
  • Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 20 minutes more. Sprinkle with almonds

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 14.6 mg, Sugar 20 g

SWEET POTATO MASH WITH CARAMELISED ONIONS



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Make and share this Sweet Potato Mash With Caramelised Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 50m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 onions (brown medium)
2 teaspoons oil
1 lb sweet potato (peeled and cubed)
1/2 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Peel onions, cut in half and finely slice so you have half moon shaped circles.
  • Put into a medium frypan and drizzle with oil and massage the oil in to break up the half rings.
  • Cover frypan and cook over a low to moderate heat giving a stir occasionally until a nice golden colour (about 30 to 40 minutes), the longer you take the sweeter the onion will be.
  • Put sweet potatoes in a pot of cold water and season with a little salt and bring to the boil and cook till tender.
  • When potatoes are cook, drain and give a good shake, put in butter and mash (I used a potato masher) till you get the consistency you like (I like a slightly lumpy texture).
  • Add your caramelised onions and mix in well (I just used a fork) and season with salt and pepper to taste.

CARMELIZED ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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I make these roasted potatoes often, especially in autumn and winter. They're so yummy that you will forget how good they are for you. They pair well with ham, turkey or chicken. I sometimes even make these just especially for lunch.

Provided by ForeverMama

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 45m

Yield 7-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
7 -8 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
8 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
3 -4 large onions, peeled, cut in half and very thinly sliced
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a large bowl add sweet potatoes, 4 tablespoons of maple syrup, 4 tablespoons of the olive oil, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper. Mix to evenly coat the potatoes. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over low heat, add 3-4 tablespoons olive oil until heated. Add the sliced onions. Saute, stirring every so often for 20 minutes or until they caramelize. (NOTE: it is very important to saute the onions over low heat, to avoid them from burning). Once they are caramelized, add the remaining 3 to 4 tablespoons maple syrup and the balsamic vinegar. Stir to mix flavors. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue sauteing until onions are dark golden brown and fully caramelized, about 5-10 minutes more. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if pan becomes dry. (Refer to Tidbit below).
  • Arrange sweet potatoes on a sheet tray. Roast for about 25 to 30 minutes. Mid-way through cooking, lift and turn-over potatoes to brown evenly. Dot caramelized onions over the roasted sweet potato cubes. With a spatula, lift and turn-over potatoes again to evenly distribute onion mixture. Roast for an additional 5 - 8 minutes until potatoes are cooked through and slightly browned. Taste for seasoning.
  • Transfer to serving tray and enjoy!
  • Tidbit: Note that onions will cook down alot; decreasing the volume. Depending on the power of your stove top and the amount of onions you have in the pan, it may take a longer time for onions to be fully carmelized. They should be dark (not burned) and cooked way down.
  • Another tidbit: If not using freshly ground pepper in this recipe, it makes a big enough difference. The store prepared ground doesn't have as much depth.

BAKED SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND SHAVED PARMESAN



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Onions, caramelized with butter, sugar, and balsamic vinegar, are served over abaked sweet potato, rich in beta-carotene. The bite of a Parmesan-cheese toppingbalances the vegetables' sweetness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium sweet potatoes (8 ounces each)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
4 large yellow onions, cut in half, then into 1/2-inch-thick half-moons
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 ounces freshly shaved Parmesan cheese (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place potatoes on a baking sheet; bake until tender, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions; cook until soft, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are very soft and caramelized, about 1 hour more, adding water a tablespoon at a time if pan dries. Stir in vinegar. Set aside; keep warm.
  • When the potatoes are tender, split open, and top with caramelized onions and shaved Parmesan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 g, Cholesterol 13 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, Sodium 124 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for medium-sized sweet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes. Avoid any that are soft or have cracks in the skin.
  • Cook the sweet potatoes until they are tender: You can bake, microwave, or boil the sweet potatoes until they are easily pierced with a fork. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you choose.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly: This will help to develop their flavor and sweetness. Be patient and don't rush the process.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the dish. Choose a cheese that melts well and has a good flavor.
  • Don't overfill the sweet potato shells: You want to be able to easily close the shells without them overflowing.
  • Bake the sweet potato shells until they are golden brown: This will help to crisp up the shells and make them more flavorful.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato caramelized onion shells are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or potluck, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing.

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