Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Sweet Potato Casserole, a beloved holiday dish that combines creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping and optional mini marshmallows. It’s not just a side; it’s a celebration of warmth and togetherness, perfect for making your Thanksgiving table unforgettable. This easy-to-make casserole will surely be the star of your feast, evoking nostalgic memories with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil sweet potatoes in water until fork-tender, approximately 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Top with chopped pecans; layer mini marshmallows on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg