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Creamy Mushroom Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Easy Creamy Mushroom Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes You’ll Love

This Creamy Mushroom Spinach Stuffed Sweet Potatoes recipe is a comforting dish that combines earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach in a sweet potato.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes Choose medium-sized ones for even roasting.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Drizzle to help roast the sweet potatoes.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Creamy Mushroom Spinach Filling
  • 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms Chop finely.
  • 4 cups fresh spinach Use fresh for vibrant color.
  • 2 cloves garlic Mince well.
  • 1 small onion Diced.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese Room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
  • to taste fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) Optional.
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions For a fresh contrast.
  • pinch red pepper flakes For gentle heat.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry sweet potatoes, pierce with a fork, rub with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Place sweet potatoes on a lined baking sheet and roast for 45-50 minutes until tender.
Filling
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add chopped mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and turn golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season filling with salt, pepper, and optional herbs.
  4. Lower heat, mix in cream cheese until melted, then fold in Parmesan.
Assembly
  1. Slice roasted sweet potatoes lengthwise, mash insides, and spoon in creamy filling.
  2. Sprinkle with green onions and red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added flavor, drizzle with lemon juice or extra olive oil before serving.

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