Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Spiced Twelve-Herb Filling

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Sweet potatoes twice baked and filled with a savory mixture of twelve finely chopped fresh herbs for a vibrant, earthy side dish. This american-inspired new year (vegetarian) ready in about 75 minutes pairs large sweet potatoes, butter, cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pierce 4 large sweet potatoes with a fork and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes until tender when pierced.
  2. Step 2: Remove sweet potatoes and let cool slightly. Slice each in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving a 1/4-inch shell intact.
  3. Step 3: Mash the sweet potato flesh with 3 tbsp butter, 4 oz cream cheese, and all twelve 1 tbsp portions of finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary, basil, oregano, chives, cilantro, dill, tarragon, mint, sage). Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the herb-infused filling back into the sweet potato shells and sprinkle 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese evenly on top.
  5. Step 5: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown. Serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Spiced Twelve-Herb Filling take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Spiced Twelve-Herb Filling?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Spiced Twelve-Herb Filling?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Spiced Twelve-Herb Filling for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Spiced Twelve-Herb Filling vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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