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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake

A hearty dish featuring savory ground turkey and creamy sweet potatoes baked to perfection, making it a comforting meal perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey (ensure it's Halal-certified)
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 each bell pepper, diced (any color you prefer)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (try a mild cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large pot, boil diced sweet potatoes in salted water for about 10-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes). Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. In a baking dish, layer the turkey mixture first, followed by the sweet potatoes. Make sure the sweet potatoes are evenly distributed over the turkey.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top evenly.
Baking
  1. Place the dish in your preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
  1. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the layers of flavor and textures!

Notes

Substitutions for ground turkey can include ground chicken or a plant-based alternative. Be mindful of the oven temperature; if the cheese is browning too quickly, lower the temperature slightly or cover with foil.