Grandma's Sweet Potato Dish Recipe

A beloved family heirloom recipe, this creamy and comforting sweet potato casserole is a holiday classic! This decadent dish features perfectly spiced sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy pecan crumble. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this timeless recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 330.8 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Grandma's Sweet Potato Dish

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How to Make Grandma's Sweet Potato Dish

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Boil in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain well.
  3. While sweet potatoes are boiling, prepare the pecan crumble: In a bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, pecans, butter, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
  4. Mash the cooked sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Add brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and spices. Mix until well combined.
  5. Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the pecan crumble evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

11g

Carbs

15g