Elegant Sweet Potato Skins

Submitted by PalatablePastime

"Adapted from a recipe by Christie Williamson"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 8 skins

ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 pinch salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 8 ounces brie cheese, with rind removed
• 1 cup candied walnuts or 1 cup candied pecans, chopped
• fresh chives

directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Roast potatoes in the oven for 30-45 minutes until they are fully cooked, but not very soft; cool.
3. Halve potatoes and scoop out as much flesh as you can without tearing outer skin. Reserve the inside flesh for another use.
4. Brush cavities of the potato skins with butter, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
5. Heat oven to Broil.
6. Broil the seasoned skins for 5-10 minutes, until they crisp up, being careful not to burn.
7. Top hot skins with 1 ounce of brie (without rind) and some of the chopped nuts.
8. Return to broiler for a few minutes to allow cheese to soften and get hot.
9. Garnish with fresh chives if desired, and serve.

Reviews

[Sydney Mike]

I love sweet potatoes, & when I can make a side like this, my other half is very willing to help me devour 'em! Will be making these again, for sure! [Made & reviewed in the special event All Aboard the L-O-V-E Train!]

 

[weekend cooker]

A great side dish to dinner tonight. I chose to use the pecans. The brie gave it excellent flavor.

 

[Sharon123]

What an interesting dish! I used walnuts, enjoyed the brie cheese with it. Thanks Sue! Made for Newest Zaar Tag.