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side dishgluten freelacto ovo vegetarianprimalside dish
302 kcal

Sweet Potato, Red Onion & Cotija Stacks

Sweet Potato, Red Onion & Cotija Stacks
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💡Chef's Note

“Discover how to make the perfect البطاطا الحلوة والبصل الأحمر وأكوام كوتيجا. This classic is part of our side dish collection and is sure to impress your family and friends with its delicious flavors.”

Ingredients

  • cilantro
    cilantro0.5 cup
  • cotija cheese
    cotija cheese6 ounces
  • cumin
    cumin8 servings
  • garlic
    garlic3 cloves
  • olive oil
    olive oil8 servings
  • onion
    onion1
  • pepper flakes
    pepper flakes1 teaspoon
  • salt
    salt8 servings
  • sweet potatoes
    sweet potatoes3 large
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Nutrition Facts

Calories302kcal
Protein5g
Carbs29g
Fat19g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Instructions

Parboil sweet potatoes until theyre soft and easy to prick with a fork but not mushy.

Approx.

15-30 minutes depending on size of potatoes.Put potatoes in cold water to stop cooking.

While potatoes cool, mash garlic, red pepper flakes and cilantro into cotija cheese until fully mixed.Cut off ends of potatoes and slice into 1/2 inch rounds.

Try to keep skins intact if possible.On a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray, place largest potato slice down, layer with a couple of onion slices, then cheese.

Repeat.

Each stack should have three slices of potato, ending with cheese on top.

Sprinkle with cumin.Bake for 10-15 minutes at 375 degrees or until cheese browns slightly.Drizzle with olive oil and add more cilantro before serving.

Salt to taste.

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