Instructions
Step 1: Baking the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wash sweet potatoes, pierce with a fork, and bake on a baking sheet for about 1 hour, or until tender. Let cool.
Step 2: Making the Sweet Potato Filling
Peel and mash the cooled sweet potatoes. Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
Step 3: Preparing the Pecan Topping
In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and pecans. Mix until crumbly.
Step 4: Assembling and Baking
Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Add the sweet potato mixture, spreading evenly. Sprinkle with the pecan topping. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Keto and Low-Carb Variations
Adapting this recipe for keto or low-carb diets is easy:
- Use a keto-friendly sweetener (erythritol or stevia) instead of sugar.
- Substitute milk with unsweetened almond or coconut milk.
- Use almond or coconut flour in the topping.
Tips & Tricks
- Microwave Sweet Potatoes: Microwave sweet potatoes (pierced with a fork) on high for 8-10 minutes for faster prep.
- Extra Flavor: Add a pinch of salt to the sweet potato mixture.
- Sweeter Casserole: Increase the sugar to your liking.
- Cooling Time: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving to set.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes! Prepare it a day ahead, refrigerate, cover tightly, and bake as directed (adjust baking time as needed).
Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
A: Freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat.
Q: Can I use canned sweet potatoes?
A: Yes, but drain well and adjust sweetness as needed (canned potatoes are often packed in syrup).
Q: Can I use other nuts?
A: Walnuts or almonds work well as substitutes for pecans. Chop coarsely.
Enjoy your delicious Southern Sweet Potato Casserole! Happy Holidays!
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