Sweet Potato Black Bean Casserole (Print-Friendly Format)
Nutritious layers of sweet potato, black beans, and cheese come together for a hearty, colorful meal.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Base
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4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 can (425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
→ Vegetables
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1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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1 small red onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon paprika
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0.5 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Liquid and Fats
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 cup (240 ml) vegetable broth
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Juice of 1 lime
→ Cheese and Garnish
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2 cups (200 g) shredded cheese (cheddar or preferred variety)
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0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 190°C. Boil peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in salted water for approximately 10 minutes or until fork-tender, then drain thoroughly.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced red onion and red bell pepper; sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
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In a spacious mixing bowl, combine cooked sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, sautéed vegetables, ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
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Lightly grease a 33 x 23 cm baking dish. Layer half of the sweet potato and bean mixture evenly in the dish, then top with half of the shredded cheese. Repeat with remaining mixture and cheese to create five definitive strata.
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Pour vegetable broth around the edges of the layered casserole. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the center is heated through.
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Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired. Slice and serve warm.
# Extra Tips:
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This dish can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and baked just before serving for optimal freshness.
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Swap cheddar for a dairy-free cheese alternative for a plant-based adaptation.