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Sweet Potato Bliss: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic

Are you ready to elevate your potato game? Look no further! We’re taking the humble spud to new heights with a sweet potato upgrade that’s sure to become a favorite.

The Perfect Partners

Sweet potatoes, with their vibrant orange color and subtle sweetness, are the ideal match for crispy bacon, pungent green onions, and creamy Monterey Jack cheese. This trio comes together in perfect harmony, creating a dish that’s both familiar and excitingly new.

A Delicious Upgrade

To take this recipe to the next level, we’re serving it alongside Crispy-Skin Chicken Breasts and Basic Skillet Kale. The combination is nothing short of magic, with each component complementing the others in a delightful dance of flavors and textures.

Get Ready to Indulge

This recipe yields 4 servings and is surprisingly easy to prepare, with a total cooking time of just 1 hour and 30 minutes. And the best part? Only 15 minutes of active cooking time are required, leaving you free to focus on more important things… like enjoying the company of your loved ones!

The Essential Ingredients

To create this sweet potato masterpiece, you’ll need:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
• Olive oil
• Kosher salt
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 6 bacon slices, cooked and chopped into ½-inch pieces
• 1 jalapeño (optional), seeds removed, medium dice
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 3 green onions, both green and white parts, sliced

Bringing it all Together

Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly coat the sweet potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake until soft, testing with a fork after 1 hour and adding an extra 15 minutes if needed. Once cooled, scoop out about 2 tablespoons from each sweet potato half and mix with heavy cream, half the bacon, jalapeño (if using), cheese, and half the green onions.

Fill the sweet potato halves with the cream and bacon mixture, sprinkle with the remaining green onions, and bake until brown and bubbly. Finally, top with the reserved bacon and serve alongside your favorite accompaniments.

The Result?

A sweet potato dish that’s sure to impress, with its perfect balance of flavors and textures. So go ahead, indulge in this sweet potato bliss and experience the comfort of a warm, satisfying meal that’s sure to become a new family favorite!