Dill Pickle Cheeseburger Bowls over Sweet Potatoes

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Roast the sweet potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Spread on a large baking sheet in a single layer. Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and lightly caramelized on the edges.

Step 2

2. Make the special sauce: While the potatoes roast, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, chopped pickles, pickle juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust pickle juice to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 3

3. Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Worcestershire (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes more until the flavors come together.

Step 4

4. Melt the cheese: Reduce heat to low. Lay American cheese slices over the beef (or sprinkle shredded cheese) and cover for 1–2 minutes until melted and gooey. Stir gently to coat the beef.

Step 5

5. Assemble the bowls:

Step 6

• Divide the roasted sweet potatoes among 4–5 bowls.

Step 7

• Top with a generous portion of the cheesy dill-pickle beef.

Step 8

• Add chopped dill pickles, red onion, and tomato if using.

Step 9

• Drizzle with the special sauce.

Step 10

• Finish with a little extra shredded cheddar if desired.

Step 11

Serve right away while the sweet potatoes are hot and the cheese is melty. The sweet-salty contrast with the dill pickle punch works really well.