SWEET POTATO SPINACH BAKE

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This wonderful, bright meal-in-one from our Test Kitchen is filled with layers of flavor. Gouda cheese and bacon lend a rich, savory taste to the sweet potato and spinach combination.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded Gouda cheese
3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add spinach. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. , Drain sweet potatoes. Spread half of the spinach mixture into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with half of the potatoes and cheese. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with bacon. Cover and bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643 calories, Fat 33g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 955mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Gyabeng Maxwell
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Kyle Mukumbi
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I love this dish! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Stephanie Toquinto
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Skk mamun Khan
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I've been looking for a healthy and delicious sweet potato dish, and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Asrar abbas
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it can be served as a side dish or a main course.


Rana Rashid
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I made this dish with a few substitutions and it turned out great. I used kale instead of spinach and added some chopped walnuts. It was a delicious and healthy meal.


Liam Finer
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. It's packed with protein and fiber, and it's really delicious.


Mosharaf Hossain
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I'm not a huge fan of sweet potatoes, but this dish was surprisingly good. The spinach and cheese helped to balance out the sweetness of the potatoes.


Ahmed Gujar
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of sweet potatoes and spinach. It's a great meal for a cold night.


Dallas Brown
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and spinach.


Karl plays Minecraft
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish. I love that it's so easy to make and can be customized to your liking.


Nambowa Shakira
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the crispy cheese topping.


Sayeeda Khatun
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This dish was a hit with my family! The sweet potatoes were perfectly cooked and the spinach added a nice pop of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.