🍠 Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
🌿 Description
Soft, caramelized sweet potatoes loaded with a rich, creamy mushroom and spinach filling. This comforting dish is wholesome, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 2 large sweet potato
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup mushroom, sliced
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup cooking cream or milk
- 1/3 cup cream cheese or 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup grated cheese (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme or oregano
👩🍳 Instructions
- Bake sweet potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake for 40–50 minutes until soft.
- Prepare filling:
- Heat olive oil in a pan.
- Sauté mushrooms until golden and tender.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add cream and cream cheese (or cottage cheese), stirring until creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Assemble:
- Slice open baked sweet potatoes and fluff the inside slightly.
- Spoon creamy mushroom-spinach mixture on top.
- Optional bake:
- Sprinkle grated cheese and return to oven for 5–10 minutes until melted.
- Serve:
- Serve warm and enjoy!
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Pair with a side salad or grilled protein
- Top with herbs or chili flakes for extra flavor
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for more protein
- Use dairy-free cream for a vegan option
- Sprinkle toasted nuts or seeds for crunch
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes! Store filling and potatoes separately, then assemble and reheat.
Q: Is it healthy?
Yes—rich in fiber, vitamins, and can be made lighter with cottage cheese.
Q: Can I air-fry the potatoes?
Absolutely—air fry at 180°C for about 30–35 minutes.
