Sweet sweet potato casserole –Hey there, culinary wizards! Are you ready to transport your taste buds to the cozy, nostalgic land of sweet potatoes? Buckle up, because we are diving into the creation of a dish that supplies warmth, comfort, and a sprinkle of holiday magic: the Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole. This recipe is a delightful mix of sweet and savory that’s perfect for any gathering, whether it’s Thanksgiving or just a Tuesday night when you really want to impress your friends! Let’s get started!
Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole
First, let’s take a look at this beautiful dish that will make your kitchen smell like heaven on earth!
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Ingredients
Get your shopping list ready! Here’s what you need to whip up this sweet and savory masterpiece:
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk (because who doesn’t love a little creaminess?)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (just the right amount of sweetness)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (your dish needs a hug of flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or as I like to call it, the magic ingredient)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (because, duh, it’s a staple)
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (for that additional cozy vibe)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional, but your taste buds will thank you)
Instructions
Now, let’s get our hands a little dirty (and by dirty, we mean delightfully covered in sweet potato!). Follow these steps, and you’ll be golden!
- First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Those sweet potatoes need a hot date!
- Peel the sweet potatoes and chop them into chunks. This is a great time to unleash your inner chef extraordinaire.
- Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot until they’re tender, about 15-20 minutes. Pro tip: You can poke them with a fork – if they surrender easily, they’re ready!
- Drain the water and mash those sweet potatoes until smooth. Feel free to channel your inner rock star while you mash!
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with milk, brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until everything is beautifully blended. Look at you, a mixing maestro!
- Spread the mixture in a greased baking dish, and sprinkle those pecans on top if you’re feeling nutty about it.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes until it’s all bubbly and golden on top. When you pull it out, prepare to be the most popular person in the room!
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve and watch as your friends and family devour every last bite.
And there you have it! A delightful Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole that’s sure to be the star of any meal. Now go show those sweet potatoes some love!