Description
Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and nutritious meal that will quickly become a new family favorite. The combination of the sweet, creamy potatoes and the savory, umami-rich filling is a flavor explosion in every bite. These wholesome sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them a perfect superfood base for this comforting dish.
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 1 cup mushrooms (cremini or button, sliced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick the sweet potatoes several times with a fork and place them directly on the oven rack.
2. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until tender.
Sautéing the Vegetables
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add sliced mushrooms and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned.
5. Add fresh spinach and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
Making the Creamy Filling
6. Reduce heat to low and add cream cheese to the skillet. Stir until melted and creamy.
Stuffing and Baking the Sweet Potatoes
7. Once sweet potatoes are tender, remove from the oven and cool slightly. Slice in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides, mixing it with the creamy filling.
8. Spoon filling back into sweet potato skins, top with shredded mozzarella cheese, and broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different types of mushrooms, cheeses, or add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions to customize this recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: stuffed sweet potatoes, creamy mushroom, spinach, healthy recipe