Scott's Recipe

Sweet Potato Loaded

Category: Potatoes

2 medium sweet potatoes (1 1/2 pounds)
½ cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
3 scallions, sliced, divided
2 slices cooked bacon, chopped, divided
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground pepper
4 Tbsp reduced-fat sour cream


1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork. Microwave on High until tender, about 12 minutes. When cool enough to handle, slice the potatoes in half lengthwise. Spoon the flesh into a medium bowl. Stir in cheese, all but 1 Tbsp of the scallions, half the bacon, salt and pepper.
3. Place the potato shells on a rimmed baking sheet. Divide the mixture between the shells. Bake until the cheese is melted and the filling is hot, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and top each half with 1 Tbsp sour cream. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 Tbsp scallions and the remaining bacon.