Sweet Potato and Bean Casserol Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato and Bean Casserol
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 (19 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (19 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 lb ground round; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon ground allspice; ⅓ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon ground cloves; 4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices (about 2 pounds); 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 (19 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
1 (19 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 lb ground round
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground allspice
⅓ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices (about 2 pounds)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1
Heat oven to 350.
2
Coat 4-quart casserole with cooking spray.
3
Combine beans, ground round, sugar, salt, cinnamon, allspice, pepper and ground cloves in a bowl.
4
Layer one-third of sweet potato slices in casserole.
5
Spread half of bean mixture over top.
6
Sprinkle with third of cheese.
7
Repeat layering again.
8
Place remaining third of sweet potato slices on top.
9
Cover with foil.
10
Bake for 1 hour.
11
Sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
12
Bake, uncovered, another 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
13
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

425

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed, 1 (19 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed, 1 (19 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed, 1 lb ground round, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato and Bean Casserol falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet Potato and Bean Casserol

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Variations & substitutions

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