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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole

Hearty Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole for Cozy Nights

A comforting Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole that's easy to prepare and packed with wholesome goodness.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Lean choice
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Cubed
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Diced
  • 2 handfuls Spinach or Kale
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add ground turkey, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add diced onion and diced bell pepper to the skillet, cook for 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in spinach or kale and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Combine the turkey mixture with cubed sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkle cheeses on top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Let the casserole sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Cheese can be omitted for a dairy-free option.

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