Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
Ingredients:
- 3 cups sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/3 cup milk
Topping:
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, then drain and mash until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, butter, beaten eggs, vanilla, and milk. Mix well.
4. Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish.
5. In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans to create the topping.
6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 6 servings
Tips:
Use fresh sweet potatoes for the best natural sweetness and texture.
Chill the topping mixture before sprinkling to create a crisper crust.