Sweet Potato Casserole: Easy Recipe

In the debate over sides vs. turkey, I’m definitely a side’s girl.  Mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, cranberry sauce are what I look forward to on Turkey Day, but my favorite dish is Sweet Potato Casserole.  Here’s a recipe that’s easy and allows for variations based on taste.

Here are the ingredients you’ll need:

• ·         2 eggs
• ·         1 cup granulated sugar
• ·         3/4 cup butter, softened
• ·         1/2 cup milk
• ·         1 teaspoon vanilla
• ·         3 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes
• ·         ¼ cup orange juice (optional)

For your topping:

• ·         1/2 cup brown sugar
• ·         1/3 cup flour
• ·         2 tablespoons butter, softened
• ·         1/2 cup chopped pecans, OR mini marshmallows

Now you’re cooking:

Boil sweet potatoes until soft.  Peel and mash.

Mix the eggs, sugar, and 3/4 cup butter, and then add your milk and vanilla. Combine liquid mixture with the mashed sweet potatoes. Distribute the potatoes into a casserole dish.  I’d recommend greasing the bottom of the dish before putting your potatoes in. 

Combine brown sugar, flour, 2 tablespoons softened butter, and pecans (or marshmallows).  Mix well. Sprinkle over sweet potatoes. Bake at 350° for 30 to 45 minutes until topping is lightly browned.  This dish serves approximately 6 people.

Happy Thanksgiving!