Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Beef
Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Beef is a delightful blend of creamy cottage cheese, hearty ground beef, and the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This comforting dish combines savory and sweet flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Its colorful presentation and easy preparation promise to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as needed.
- Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Fold in cubed sweet potatoes until combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and dollop cottage cheese on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese. Customize with spices like chili powder or add diced jalapeños for extra heat.