Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

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   Poke several holes in each sweet potato with a knife or fork.

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   Wrap each sweet potato in a paper towel and place in the microwave.

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   Cook on high until the potatoes are soft in the middle.

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   (Some microwaves have a potato setting.)

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   For a medium sized potato it will take about 10 minutes.

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   You can cook them in the oven but it takes much longer.

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   Preheat oven to 400F.

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   Remove the potatoes from the microwave.

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   Once they are cool enough to handle, cut in half, and scoop out the centers into a small bowl.

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    Combine the sweet potato flesh with the sour cream, Canadian bacon, Cheddar cheese, and chives.

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    Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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    Mash together with a fork or spoon.

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    Stuff the potatoes with the mixture.

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    Sprinkle with a little more shredded cheese.

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    Place stuffed potatoes on a foil lined baking sheet, sprayed with cooking spray.

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    Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the skin has started to crisp.

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    Remove from the oven, top with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with more chives (both optional).

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.