Southern Sweet Potato Casserole

RECIPE :

Southern Sweet Potato Casserole is a cherished Southern dish that embodies the heartwarming essence of traditional comfort food. With its velvety sweet potato filling and crunchy pecan topping, it’s a delightful addition to any festive occasion, bringing the spirit of the South to your table.

Southern Sweet Potato Casserole

“Southern Sweet Potato Casserole is a cherished Southern dish that embodies the heartwarming essence of traditional comfort food.”

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

INSTRUCTIONS:

For the Mashed Potatoes:

1. Begin by boiling the potatoes until they’re tender enough to be mashed.
2. Drain the boiled potatoes and mash them.
3. Mix in the sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, and milk until you have a smooth and creamy potato mixture.
4. Transfer the mashed potatoes into a 13×9 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.

For the Topping:

5. In a separate bowl, melt the butter.
6. Mix in the remaining topping ingredients until well combined.
7. Sprinkle this topping mixture over the mashed potato layer in the baking dish.
8. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
9. Bake the casserole for about 25 minutes or until it’s heated through and the topping is golden brown.
10. Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.