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Soft baked sweet potatoes with smoky beans and cheddar.
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Sweet potatoes with smoky beans
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Soft baked sweet potatoes with smoky beans and cheddar.
10 min prep · 60 min cook · Serves 4 · Main
Recipe by Other People's Recipes · Published · Updated
The method
- 1Heat oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Scrub sweet potatoes, prick with a fork and bake for 45–60 minutes until completely soft.
- 2Warm oil and soften onion for 6 minutes. Add paprika, tomatoes and beans and simmer for 15 minutes, adding water if needed. Season.
- 3Split the baked sweet potatoes, fill with piping-hot beans and scatter with cheese.
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Taste before serving and adjust the seasoning a little at a time. Check ingredient labels for allergens and dietary suitability.
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An OPR editorial recipe for everyday home cooking. Timings are a guide and depend on your equipment; follow the method and check food is fully cooked. This recipe has not been independently kitchen-tested.
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