Indiana’s Finest Sweet Potato Casserole

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 9
Indiana's Finest Sweet Potato Casserole with crispy pecan topping
in Side

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups cooked , mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
1/3 cup milk
2 eggs , beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 1/2 tablespoons butter at room temperature
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
450
Sugar
45g
Fat
23g
Indiana's Finest Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic side dish that's sure to be a hit at any family gathering. Made with creamy mashed sweet potatoes and topped with a crispy pecan topping, this dish is the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy. Serve it alongside your favorite main dish for a delicious and wholesome meal that everyone will love.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish and set aside.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine sweet potatoes, sugar, melted butter, milk, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix well until smooth.
3.Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
4.In a separate mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, all purpose flour, room temperature butter, and chopped pecans. Mix until crumbly.
5.Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
6.Bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.

PROS

This dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for holiday dinners.

The crispy pecan topping adds texture and flavor to the creamy sweet potatoes.

CONS

This dish is high in sugar and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
They are high in vitamin A, which supports healthy vision and skin, and antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation in the body. Pecans are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, but should also be consumed in moderation due to their high calorie content.

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