Sweet Potato Casserole Southern Bliss

This classic American side dish is a staple at family gatherings and holidays. The sweet potato and marshmallow combination is a match made in heaven, elevated by a crispy pecan topping. It's comfort food at its finest.

🛒 Ingredients

• 3 large sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh pecans
• 2 tbsp confectioners' sugar

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. 2

   Poke sweet potatoes with a fork several times and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender.

3. 3

   Let sweet potatoes cool, then scoop out flesh and puree in a blender until smooth.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt.

5. 5

   Add sugar mixture to sweet potato puree and stir until combined.

6. 6

   Melt butter and pour into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

7. 7

   Pour sweet potato mixture over butter and smooth top.

8. 8

   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until set.

9. 9

   Sprinkle marshmallows over top and return to oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.

10. 10

    Remove from oven and sprinkle with pecans.

11. 11

    Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve.

💡 Pro Tips

To prevent marshmallows from browning too much, cover top of casserole with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking. You can also toast pecans in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant, before sprinkling over top.

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