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Step 1
1 Make the seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powders, thyme and cayenne pepper until combined
Step 2
2 Makes about 2/3 cup
Step 3
3 Make the potato: Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees
Step 4
4 Poke holes all over the potatoes with a fork
Step 5
5 If using sweet potatoes, line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and place the potatoes on the sheet
Step 6
6 If using russet potatoes, place them directly on the rack
Step 7
7 Roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the potatoes offer no resistance when a sharp paring knife is inserted into their centers
Step 8
8 In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the Cajun seasoning
Step 9
9 In a microwave-safe bowl, toss together the beans, bell pepper, oil and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning, until well combined
Step 10
10 Taste, and season with more Cajun seasoning, as needed
Step 11
11 Warm the black bean mixture in the microwave on HIGH for approximately 60 to 90 seconds, stirring halfway through
Step 12
12 (Alternatively, you can warm it in a small saucepan over medium heat
Step 13
13 )
Step 14
14 When the potatoes are tender, make an incision lengthwise in each one, then push the ends in to crack it open
Step 15
15 Using a fork, fluff the hot interior
Step 16
16 Top each potato with a quarter of the bean mixture, a generous dollop of the spiced sour cream and 1 teaspoon of the chives
Step 17
17 Serve hot