Praline Sweet Potatoes
This sweet potato casserole has a sugared pecan topper, making it an ideal side dish for a special dinner.
Ingredients
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4 medium sweet potatoes or yams (1-1/2 pounds)
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1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup butter, melted
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup evaporated milk
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2 beaten eggs
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon butter, melted and cooled slightly
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
Directions
1.
Wash and peel potatoes; cut into quarters. Cook in enough boiling, lightly salted water to cover for 25 to 30 minutes or until tender; drain well.
2.
Grease 8x8x2-inch baking dish. In a large mixing bowl, beat sweet potatoes with an electric mixer on low sped until smooth. Beat in the sugar, the 1/4 cup melted butter, and salt until well combined. Add milk and eggs. Beat until just combined. Spread in baking dish.
3.
For topping: In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and 1 tablespoon melted butter. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle topping over the potato mixture. Bake in a 350 degree F oven 30 minutes or until set. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 365, Total Fat 17 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Sodium 257 mg, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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