Loaded Sweet Potato Casserole

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We take all the classic toppings of a loaded potato—bacon, Cheddar and sour cream—and use them in this cheesy sweet potato casserole that everyone will love.

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Carolyn Casner
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Carolyn Casner is a longtime recipe tester and contributor for EatingWell. Over the years, she has tested and developed hundreds of recipes for the magazine and website.

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Loaded Sweet Potato Casserole
Photo: Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
8
Nutrition Profile:
Nut-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (½-inch)

  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola or avocado

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • 1 ¼ cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

  • 4 scallions, thinly sliced, divided

  • 3 slices cooked bacon, chopped

  • ½ cup sour cream

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. Arrange sweet potatoes in an even layer in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir to coat. Cover and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake, stirring occasionally, until tender, 35 to 40 minutes.

  3. When the sweet potatoes are tender, stir in 1 cup cheese and half the scallions. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake until hot and the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with bacon. Dollop sour cream evenly over the top and sprinkle with the remaining scallions.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, December 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

267 Calories
13g Fat
30g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size ¾ cup
Calories 267
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 8g 16%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Vitamin A 20459IU 409%
Sodium 322mg 14%
Potassium 545mg 12%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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