Sweet Potato Casserole
12 servings There's something truly special about the aroma of a Sweet Potato Casserole baking in the oven, filling the kitchen with warmth and the promise of a delicious meal. This classic dish is a staple on holiday tables and at fall gatherings for good reason. It's the ultimate comfort food: creamy, sweet, and spiced with just the right amount of crunch from the pecan topping. Read more This recipe brings you all the cozy nostalgia of a traditional Sweet Potato Casserole with a focus on simple preparation and quality ingredients. We'll guide you through creating a perfectly smooth and flavorful sweet potato filling, topped with a buttery, golden brown pecan crumble that will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Get ready to create a dish that's not only delicious but also embodies the heart and soul of home cooking. Read less x saved Chef Jeff Cool Cook November 4, 2024 60 min.60 min.1/5 60 min. 60 min. 1/5 Ingredients: Filling: 3 LB of Hannah sweet potatoes - peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (or other kind)½ cup of butter - room temperature1 cup of granulated sugar2 eggs (large)1 TSP of vanilla extract½ cup of milk¼ TSP of cinnamon¼ TSP of ground nutmeg Pinch of salt 3 LB of Hannah sweet potatoes - peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (or other kind) ½ cup of butter - room temperature 1 cup of granulated sugar 2 eggs (large) 1 TSP of vanilla extract ½ cup of milk ¼ TSP of cinnamon ¼ TSP of ground nutmeg Pinch of salt Topping: 1 light brown sugar (or dark brown sugar)½ cup of all-purpose flour½ cup of pecans (or walnuts)1/3 cup of butter - melted 1 light brown sugar (or dark brown sugar) ½ cup of all-purpose flour ½ cup of pecans (or walnuts) 1/3 cup of butter - melted Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Peeler1x Large Pot (8 QT or more)1x Colander1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +)1x hand mixer (or self standing mixer with whisk attachement)1x Medium Mixing Bowl (3 – 4 QT)1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (prefferably 9 x 13 inch ) 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Peeler 1x Large Pot (8 QT or more) 1x Colander 1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +) 1x hand mixer (or self standing mixer with whisk attachement) 1x Medium Mixing Bowl (3 – 4 QT) 1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (prefferably 9 x 13 inch ) Directions: 1. Cook Sweet Potatoes: Start preparing the sweet potato casserole by cooking the potatoes. In a large pot, cover sweet potatoes with cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain well. In a large pot, cover sweet potatoes with cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain well. 2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. 3. Mash Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth. 4. Combine Filling Ingredients: Add the softened butter, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Add the softened butter, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined. 5. Pour Filling Into Dish: Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish. 6. Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans. Stir in the melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato filling. In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans. Stir in the melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato filling. 7. Bake Sweet Potato Casserole: Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is heated through. 8. Serve Sweet Potato Casserole: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving (about 5 – 10 minutes). It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Let the casserole cool slightly before serving (about 5 – 10 minutes). It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. About the Author: Chef JeffCool Cook # 7 32 Followers Published Recipes: 18Av. 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