Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic comfort dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a rich, buttery flavor. Topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, this casserole is a perfect side for holiday meals or a cozy family dinner.

Ingredients:

For the Sweet Potato Mixture:

• 1 (40-ounce) can cut sweet potatoes, undrained

• ¾ cup white sugar

• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

• ⅓ cup milk

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

For the Pecan Topping:

• 1 cup chopped pecans

• ¾ cup packed brown sugar

• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour

• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Butter a 2-quart baking dish.

3. Place the canned sweet potatoes and their liquid in a medium saucepan.

4. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

5. Remove from heat and drain.

6. Transfer the potatoes to a medium bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher.

7. Add white sugar, butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed sweet potatoes.

8. Mix until well combined.

9. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

10. In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter until combined and crumbly.

11. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.

12. Place the casserole in the preheated oven.

13. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.

14. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.
    
    

Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 12 servings):

• Calories: 436 kcal

• Protein: 5g

• Fat: 19g

• Carbohydrates: 64g

• Fiber: 4g

• Sugars: 45g

• Sodium: 304mg