Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 large sweet potatoes
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1 pound ground beef or turkey
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1 packet taco seasoning
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1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 cup corn
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1 cup diced tomatoes
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1 cup shredded cheese
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Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for topping
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Chopped cilantro, for garnish
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Avocado slices, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Bake them for 45-60 minutes until tender.
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While the sweet potatoes are baking, cook the ground beef or turkey in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and add taco seasoning according to the package directions. For the vegetarian option, heat the black beans in a separate pot.
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Once the sweet potatoes are done, let them cool slightly. Cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the flesh to create space for the filling.
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Fill each sweet potato with the cooked meat (or beans), black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
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Place the stuffed sweet potatoes back in the oven for 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
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Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and garnish with avocado slices if desired before serving.