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Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

Take sloppy Joes to a new level with tender sweet potatoes standing in for the bun. Sweet potatoes pair perfectly with the tangy, flavorful filling of ground beef, black beans and spices. Chopped dill pickle sprinkled on top adds crunch to this quick weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

Ingredients:
  • 2 sweet potatoes (about 1 pound each)
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 12 ounces lean ground beef
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup reduced-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
  • 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons chopped dill pickle (optional)
Directions:
  1. Prick sweet potatoes with a fork in several places. Microwave on High until tender all the way to the center, 12 to 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until lightly browned but not completely cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the beef to a medium bowl, reserving drippings in the pan.
  3. Add onion to the pan; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add beans, chili powder, garlic powder and onion powder; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire, mustard and brown sugar. Return the beef to the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the beef is just cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
  4. Cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise. Press open to make a well in the center of each half. Divide the mixture between the halves. Top with chopped pickle, if desired.
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