Hey all:
I have found a healthier (and more delicious) alternative to the classic stuffed baked potato.
It stars its cousin the sweet potato, which offers lots of Vitamin A. It is joined by our friend black beans (which I think are the most flavorful beans around), and which offer us protein and fiber. 
I have adapted the recipe from EatingWell.com.
Sweet potatoes stuffed with black beans
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed to remove the salt
- 8 grape tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Preparation
- Prick sweet potatoes with a fork in several places. Microwave on High until tender all the way to the center, 12 to 15 minutes. (Alternatively, place in a baking dish and bake at 425 degrees F until tender all the way to the center, about 1 hour.)
- Meanwhile, combine beans, tomatoes, oil, and spices and heat in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- When just cool enough to handle, slash each sweet potato lengthwise, press open to make a well in the center and spoon the bean mixture into the well. Enjoy
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