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Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole

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  • Author: cov3
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting sweet potato casserole topped with marshmallows and pecans, perfect for Thanksgiving or festive occasions.


Ingredients

  • 4 large sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup butter or vegan substitute


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into manageable pieces.
  3. Boil the sweet potatoes until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  4. Drain and mash sweet potatoes in a large bowl.
  5. Add maple syrup, brown sugar, raisins, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the mashed sweet potatoes and mix well.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Top with marshmallows.
  8. In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans with melted butter and sprinkle over marshmallows.
  9. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  10. Serve warm as a side dish.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within a few days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.