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5 September 16, 2015 Chicken & Poultry

{20 Minute) Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with White Cheese Sauce

Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner idea, filled with sweet sausage and smothered in an easy white cheese sauce! 

Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner idea, filled with sweet sausage and smothered in an easy white cheese sauce!

Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner idea, filled with sweet sausage and smothered in an easy white cheese sauce!

Hello, you luscious cheese sauce.

Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner idea, filled with sweet sausage and smothered in an easy white cheese sauce!

Are you one for those people that cringe’s at the thought and sound of a certain word? Like the ‘M’ word. I won’t go there but most women start to squirm at the thought of it. Lucious? Cringe?

Yay? Nay?

A previous coworker of mine had a whole list of words that she despised. I mean not like 15 to 20…I am talking like a 100 or so. Precious words that I loved. And she loathed. Enough that I had to rearrange my entire paragraph to dodge her wrath for speaking the unspeakable.  Those conversations were fun…Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner idea, filled with sweet sausage and smothered in an easy white cheese sauce!

So luscious. I personally love it. It’s like saying how luxurious that food is in front of you. Silky. Grand. Upscale. Yada. Yada. Yada.

Well, that luscious cheese sauce is what takes these kale and sausage stuffed sweet potatoes from meh to oh yaaaaaaa.

Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner idea, filled with sweet sausage and smothered in an easy white cheese sauce!

I could eat sweet potatoes nearly every day. And not get sick of them one bit. My personal favourite way to enjoy them is roasted until they caramelized, sweet and taste sinful. But don’t get me wrong, sweet potato fries are a close second.

Upon first bite, my immediate thought was ‘oh man. Already gonna have to make a second batch.” And second, “They taste like Thanksgiving!”

With the first day of fall on the 23rd, I can’t wait to indulge in stick-to-your-ribs meals such as this. But that doesn’t mean that they will stick to your bum either! I lightened these up by using my favorite lean Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage. I use Honeysuckle (not a sponsored posts, I just really love it!), but if you love spicy I bet the flavor would be killer paired with the sweet potatoes and velvety cheese sauce. Thinking I may try that on the second time around!Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with White Cheese Sauce-4

And to not forget about getting your greens in, I added chopped kale towards the end of the sausage cooking to wilt up. You could sub spinach if that is all you have or don’t really care for kale. I just love how kale keeps some body to it when cooked. Either way, you can’t go wrong!

And that luscious sauce? So simple to make! So don’t feel intimated. It only takes a minute to make. Simply bring almond milk (or milk of choice) to a boil, add a bit of sifted flour (this will help prevent lumps in your sauce. Speaking from experience here.) Whisk until it’s fully incorporated then add the remaining milk and mozzarella cheese. Keep on whisking! Then once smooth, you are finished! See how harmless that was? And how insanely easy that was? Now think of all the possibilities for that sauce if you were to mix up the cheeses…

A previous coworker of mine had a whole list of words that she despised. I mean not like 15 to 20...I am talking like a 100 or so. Precious words that I loved. And she loathed. Enough that I had to rearrange my entire paragraph to dodge her wrath for speaking the unspeakable.  Those conversations were fun...

As if you need another reason to make these, the whole dish comes together in about 20 minutes. How?!

That is if you choose to cook your sweet potato in the microwave! Hello time saver. Just wash up your tator, pierce it a few times with a fork to let steam escape then rub it with olive or coconut oil, then microwave on high for 8 or so minutes, until tender. This is my secret weapon to getting dinner on the table quick!

With an easy dinner (or lunch) like this, I am off to indulge in some fall cravings!

A previous coworker of mine had a whole list of words that she despised. I mean not like 15 to 20...I am talking like a 100 or so. Precious words that I loved. And she loathed. Enough that I had to rearrange my entire paragraph to dodge her wrath for speaking the unspeakable.  Those conversations were fun...

{20 minute} Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with White Cheese Sauce

Kale and Sausage Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner idea, filled with sweet sausage and smothered in an easy white cheese sauce!

5 minPrep Time

15 minCook Time

20 minTotal Time

Yields 6

Author:

Megan

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Ingredients

  • 6 medium sweet potatoes, rubbed with oil
  • 1 1/4 pounds Sweet Italian Turkey sausage, casing removed
  • 1 small sweet onion, minced
  • 4 cups finely chopped kale
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup flour (gluten free if needed)
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and chopping onions. As the sausage cooks, break it up with the end of a cooking spoon.
  2. Meanwhile, poke a few holes in the sweet potatoes. Place in the microwave and cook for 7 - 9 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are soft. (Cooking time will vary based on how big or small your potatoes are.)
  3. While sausage cooks and sweet potatoes cook, in a small saucepan, over medium heat, bring 1/4 cup almond milk to a boil. Slowly add the sifted flour to the boiling milk. Whisk continually. Add remaining 1/2 cup milk, chicken broth and 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Keep whisking until smooth. Keep warm until ready to serve. (If cheese sauce gets a bit cold, add a bit more milk to thin out.)
  4. Once sausage is cooked through, add the kale and fold in to wilt. Season with garlic salt and pepper.
  5. To serve, slice cooked potatoes lengthwise, but not to cut completely through. Push in the sides to open up the slit, to create a space for the filling to sit.
  6. Spoon the filling into the sweet potatoes. Drizzle with the cheese sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

i]*This recipe reheats very well! So if the serving size is too much, just store the sausage mixture, sweet potatoes and cheese sauce in separate airtight containers and then reheat when needed.[/i]

*Recipe inspired by [Pinch of Yum
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If you make this recipe, make sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #WITHSALTANDWIT. I’d love to see what you are cooking up in your kitchen!
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  1. Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says

    September 16, 2015 at 6:20 am

    I've been craving stuffed sweet potatoes. These need to happen soon in my house :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 16, 2015 at 6:45 am

      I hope you do! They are so easy and tasty! Thanks Rachel!
      Reply
  2. Lauren @ Hall Nesting says

    September 16, 2015 at 8:09 am

    How could you not crave something that is healthy with a side of indulgence?! And you made me pause and think about the words I don't like - luckily I only have about 5.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 16, 2015 at 8:20 am

      Ha that's not too bad of a list then! Thanks Lauren!
      Reply
  3. Melissa Falk says

    September 16, 2015 at 9:47 am

    Megan, I love the sweet and spicy yin and yang of this recipe. Have you ever tried spicy Chinese eggplant over a baked sweet potato?
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 16, 2015 at 5:34 pm

      Why thank you Melissa! I have not as I am not a huge fan of eggplant, but guessing it is good!
      Reply
  4. Matthew From Nomageddon says

    September 16, 2015 at 10:55 am

    YES! I think I'll do this tomorrow!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 16, 2015 at 5:34 pm

      I love hearing that! Hope you enjoy, Matthew! Thanks!
      Reply
  5. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    September 16, 2015 at 11:45 am

    Stuffed sweet potatoes are my favorite! The sauce looks incredible!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 16, 2015 at 5:35 pm

      I second that! Thanks so much Anna!!
      Reply
  6. Emily @ Layers of Happiness says

    September 16, 2015 at 8:06 pm

    This looks like the perfect dinner!! Yummy and nutritious!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 17, 2015 at 5:13 pm

      I agree! Thanks so much Emily!
      Reply
  7. Katerina @ Diethood says

    September 16, 2015 at 11:53 pm

    Whoa!! This sounds deeeelish! Now this is a way to serve kale! No one will refuse it!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 17, 2015 at 5:14 pm

      Exactly! Sneaky sneaky! Thanks Katerina!
      Reply
  8. Annie @ Annie's Noms says

    September 17, 2015 at 6:42 am

    Oh my word, these look spectacular! I adore sweet potatoes, in fact we're having them for dinner tonight! Going to have to make your filling next time!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 17, 2015 at 5:14 pm

      Why thank you Annie! Oh I am jealous..I want sweet potatoes ;)
      Reply
  9. Justine | Cooking and Beer says

    September 17, 2015 at 9:51 am

    I love stuffing sweet potatoes with fun ingredients! That white cheese sauce is calling my name!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 17, 2015 at 5:14 pm

      Isn't it the best ;) Thanks Justine!
      Reply
  10. Erin @ Texanerin Baking says

    September 17, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    I so do not get the moist thing. How else do you describe what a cake should be like?! I just checked and I've used the word 361 times on my blog. :D Haha. I really don't even know how that's possible! That cheese sauce looks SO good! I didn't even know you could make something like that without funky processed stuff.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 17, 2015 at 5:15 pm

      Hahaha You just made me burst into laughter. 361? I guess I need to get over my fear ;)
      Reply
  11. Petro @ The Seaman Mom says

    September 23, 2015 at 8:01 am

    Such an amazing idea! It sounds super delicious, a recipe I must try soon! Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      September 23, 2015 at 8:26 am

      Why thank you Petro! We have enjoyed it so many times since making it! Hope you do as well. Have a great day!
      Reply
  12. Danielle says

    November 11, 2015 at 2:20 am

    Hu! Where does the chicken broth come in as far as the directions??? Am I missing something? These look amazing and SO good! I will be making these ASAP for sure! I'm just confused about the broth because its listed in the ingredients list; but I didn't see it anywhere in the actual recipe directions. Can you let me know, ASAP if possible?? I'd like to make these soon. Thank you!!!!!! ; )
    Reply
    • Meg says

      November 11, 2015 at 6:19 am

      Hi Danielle! So sorry about that...it is whisked in with the remaining almond milk in step 3. Hope you enjoy. They are one of our favorite quick dinners ;)
      Reply
  13. Danielle says

    November 11, 2015 at 2:21 am

    Meant "Hi!" Sorry. Darn keypad! LOL!
    Reply

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