SMOKY SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN ENCHILADAS

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My hearty, delicious, nutrient-packed vegetarian dish is amazingly healthy. Everyone I've made it for has loved it-even carnivores! I always make two batches and freeze one. You'll want to eat this every week! -Elizabeth Lindemann, Salem, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large sweet potato, cubed
1 small onion, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) enchilada sauce
12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
Optional: Cubed avocado, sour cream, salsa, minced cilantro and hot sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place sweet potato, onion and red pepper in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, until tender, 15-20 minutes., Transfer vegetables to a large bowl. Mash vegetables, gradually adding cilantro, spices and pepper to reach desired consistency. Stir in black beans., Spread 1/3 cup enchilada sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place 1/3 cup vegetable mixture in center of each tortilla; sprinkle with 4 teaspoons cheese. Roll up and place in prepared dish, seam side down. Top with remaining enchilada sauce; sprinkle with remaining cheese., Bake, uncovered, until casserole is heated through and cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes. If desired, serve with optional toppings., Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked enchiladas. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Cover casserole with foil; bake until casserole is heated through, sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted, 30-35 minutes. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Arthur Hand
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These enchiladas are now a staple in my house.


Bc Vc
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These enchiladas were easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Carol Froberg
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I made these enchiladas for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Shahana Akter
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These enchiladas were amazing! I loved the combination of sweet potatoes and black beans.


Deidra Bennett
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I've made these enchiladas several times and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and so delicious.


Aiz Balouch
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These enchiladas were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Claira Stonebraker
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I'm not a huge fan of sweet potatoes, but these enchiladas were surprisingly good. The smoky flavor really balanced out the sweetness of the potatoes.


Haider Ansari
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These enchiladas were easy to make and so flavorful. I highly recommend them!


Aktar Mallick
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I made these enchiladas last night and they were a hit! My family loved them.


mijanur mia
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These enchiladas were so delicious! The sweet potatoes and black beans were a perfect combination, and the smoky flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.