Sweet Potato Black Bean Bake

INGREDIENTS

• 4 Sweet Potatoes
• 1 Onion
• 2 – 3 cloves of Garlic
• 1 cans Black Beans
• 1 can Corn
• 1 bag Shredded Cheddar
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• Oil, butter or non-stick spray

SUGGESTED ADD-INS

• Cumin
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Lime
• Sour Cream
• Cilantro
• Tortilla Chips
• Corn or Flour Tortillas
• Hot Sauce

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pre-heat the oven to 350 F
2. Grease the baking dish with oil, butter or your favorite non-stick spray
3. Prepare all the ingredients:
   1. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes
   2. Dice the sweet potatoes in 1-inch pieces
   3. Peel and chop the garlic – use 2-3 cloves depending on your preference
   4. Peel and chop the onion
   5. Open the cans of black beans and corn, drain the beans
4. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes, chopped onion and garlic with 1 tbsp oil or melted butter
5. Once the oven is heated, spread the oiled sweet potato mixture in a flat layer on the baking dish
6. Roast the sweet potatoes for 35 -40 minutes until tender
7. Remove the baking dish from the oven and pour the corn and black beans over the top of the roasted sweet potato mixture, stir TO combine well
8. Return the baking dish to the oven for 10 minutes
9. Remove the dish from the oven and spread 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top
10. Return to the oven for 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted
11. Let cool and serve

CARROT TIPS

• • To speed up cooking time, try making a ‘tent’ of aluminum foil to cover the sweet potatoes while roasting. Fold a sheet of foil in half, with a hard crease down the middle. Place over the baking sheet with the folded edge at the top, just like a tent.
  • This recipe is easy to add to or modify. Add diced tomatoes, bell peppers, hot peppers, or kidney beans to make a heartier dish
  • Create a creamy sauce to brighten the dish up with fresh lime juice and sour cream
  • Use tortillas to create easy burritos or tacos
  • Serve with brown rice for a healthy, filling meal

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