Loaded Sweet Potato

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes, then pierce them several times with a fork.

3. 3

   Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

4. 4

   While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, combine the black beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

5. 5

   Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.

6. 6

   Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise and gently fluff the insides with a fork.

7. 7

   Spoon the black bean mixture evenly over each sweet potato half.

8. 8

   Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of each loaded sweet potato.

9. 9

   Return the sweet potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro.

11. 11

    Serve warm and enjoy your Loaded Sweet Potatoes!