Sweet Potatoes With Balsamic Onions, Bacon, Asiago

Name: Sweet Potatoes With Balsamic Onions, Bacon, Asiago And Scallions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 sweet potatoes (medium or large); 3 -4 tablespoons butter (split); 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil; 1/3 cup milk; salt (I start with 1t); pepper; sugar (a touch, if needed) or maple syrup (a touch, if needed); 1 cup thinly sliced onion; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1 shallot, sliced (optional); 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled; 1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated; 2 green onions, chopped

Servings: persons

3 sweet potatoes (medium or large)
3 -4 tablespoons butter (split)
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup milk
salt (I start with 1t)
pepper
sugar (a touch, if needed) or maple syrup (a touch, if needed)
1 cup thinly sliced onion
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 shallot, sliced (optional)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated
2 green onions, chopped

1
Cook sweet potatoes at 450 for about 1 hour or until soft.
2
While potatoes are baking, CARAMELIZE ONIONS:
3
Stirring occasionally, sautee onions, shallot and garlic in 1-2T butter and 1-2T olive oil over medium low heat for about 10-15 minutes or until onions are very soft. (Don't let the garlic burn or it will be very bitter.).
4
Add balsamic vinegar and scrape up any bits that may have formed from caramelized onions.
5
Set aside.
6
Carefully peel and mash baked sweet potatoes(we use a whisk).
7
After tasting, Add 2 tablespoons butter, milk, salt, pepper and sugar.
8
Taste and adjust ingredients.
9
Place sweet potatoes in an 8x8 casserole or a loaf pan and top with balsamic onions.
10
Bake, covered, at 350 for 15-20 minutes. (Increase bake time if casserole is coming from the fridge).
11
Top with crumbled bacon and asiago and bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.
12
Top with green onions and serve.

1212

kcal

Calories

110

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 sweet potatoes (medium or large), 3 -4 tablespoons butter (split), 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil, 1/3 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potatoes With Balsamic Onions, Bacon, Asiago And Scallions falls under the Meat & Poultry 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 Potatoes With Balsamic Onions, Bacon, Asiago And Scallions

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