Description
This Breakfast Sweet Potato recipe is a delicious and satisfying way to start your day. Baked sweet potatoes are stuffed with a savory mixture of bacon, cheese, and eggs, creating a flavorful and nutritious breakfast option.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes:
- 3 large sweet potatoes, for baking
Filling:
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
Eggs:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- scallion, minced (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Using a fork, prick the sweet potatoes a few times on each side. Coat with canola oil and salt, then bake for 60-90 minutes until fork-tender.
- Slice and Hollow Out: Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise. Remove the center into a bowl, being careful not to tear the skin.
- Prepare Filling: Combine potato insides with bacon, butter, and cheese. Fill the hollowed-out shells with this mixture.
- Add Egg: Make a well in each potato. Crack an egg into each, season with salt and pepper.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until eggs are set. Top with minced scallions before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with your favorite ingredients like diced veggies or different cheeses.
- Ensure the sweet potatoes are thoroughly cooked before filling to ensure a soft texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
