SWEET POTATOES WITH CUBAN-STYLE BEEF PICADILLO

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Provided by Laraine Perri

Categories     Beef     Bake     Dinner     Sweet Potato/Yam     Fall     Healthy     Self

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 medium sweet potatoes
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 ounces 90-percent-lean ground beef
1/4 cup dry sherry
3/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup dried cherries, roughly chopped
1/4 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced in rounds
1 tablespoon capers
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus more leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°. Pierce potatoes all over with a fork and place on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet; bake until tender, 50 minutes. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Cook onion until soft, 4 minutes. Add garlic, cumin and cinnamon; cook, 1 minute. Add beef and cook through, 5 minutes. Add sherry and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, cherries, olives, capers and salt; reduce heat and simmer, 5 minutes; stir in chopped cilantro. Slice open potatoes and mash insides with a fork; divide beef mixture and cilantro leaves among potatoes.

Sri Manik Dash
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This recipe is a bit spicy, but I love it that way. The combination of the sweet potatoes and the spicy sauce is just perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Vasamsetti sitaramudu
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some leftover steak from a previous meal, and I used it to make this picadillo. It turned out so delicious, and I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Mukudzei Lebese
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I made this dish for my husband's birthday dinner, and he loved it! He said it was the best Cuban-style picadillo he'd ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Jalan Semple
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this one definitely fit the bill. The combination of flavors was unique and delicious, and the beef was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dilruba Nasrin
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet potatoes and the beef, and they didn't even notice the vegetables that were hidden in the sauce.


MrGhosty
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I'm not a big fan of Cuban food, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the beef was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The slow-cooked beef is so tender and flavorful, and the sweet potatoes add a nice sweetness and creaminess to the dish.


Hassan Khan
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I love the vibrant colors of this dish. The red of the tomatoes, the orange of the sweet potatoes, and the green of the olives make it a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.


Arion Mustafa
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This dish is so versatile! I've made it with different types of meat, vegetables, and even different kinds of sauce. It always turns out delicious, and it's a great way to use up leftovers.


Peter Ngash
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I'm allergic to tomatoes, so I used a can of tomato sauce instead of the fresh tomatoes called for in the recipe. It turned out just as delicious, and I didn't miss the fresh tomatoes at all.


Alexis Cato
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I made this dish in my slow cooker, and it turned out great! I just browned the beef and sauteed the vegetables on the stovetop, then transferred everything to the slow cooker and cooked it on low for 8 hours. It was so easy and convenient, and the p


Dianne Cravo
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by reducing the amount of chili powder. Even with less spice, it was still a delicious and flavorful dish.


md rofjol
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I love the addition of raisins and olives to this picadillo. They add a nice sweetness and savory flavor that complements the beef and sweet potatoes perfectly.


Monie Monie
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this dish with tofu instead of beef. It turned out really well! The tofu absorbed the flavors of the sauce, and the sweet potatoes added a nice sweetness to the dish.


Parvin Olivia
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some cooked steak in the fridge, and I used it to make this picadillo. It turned out so delicious, and I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Mark Dasinger
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I made this dish for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the tender beef. I'll definitely be making this again for future gatherings.


Emily Bier
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The beef was tender and flavorful, the sauce was rich and flavorful, and the sweet potatoes were cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Abuzar Junaeid
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well they paired with the picadillo. The sweetness of the potatoes balanced out the savory flavors of the beef and sauce, and the result was a delicious and satisfying dish.


Tosin Balogun
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This Cuban-style picadillo with sweet potatoes was an explosion of flavors! The combination of the savory beef, sweet potatoes, and tangy sauce was just perfect. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.