This traditional Southern favorite combines creamy, flavorful sweet potatoes with a buttery, crunchy pecan topping—ideal for holiday meals or special occasions.
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cooked and mashed sweet potatoes | 4 cups |
| Brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Butter, softened | 1/3 cup |
| Half-and-half | 1/3 cup |
| Egg | 1 |
| Salt | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons |
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pecan halves or pieces | 1 1/3 cups |
| Brown sugar | 1 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 1/3 cup |
| Butter, melted | 1/2 cup |
1. Preheat Oven
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Mix Sweet Potato Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, softened butter, half-and-half, egg, vanilla, and salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
3. Spread in Casserole Dish
Transfer the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
4. Prepare Pecan Topping
In a separate bowl, mix together the pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter. Use a fork or spoon to break it up into a crumbly texture.
5. Assemble and Bake
Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potatoes. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
6. Serve
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm as a side dish for any festive meal.
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