PECAN SWEET POTATO BAKE WITH CINNAMON

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This sweet and savory casserole is part of our traditional Christmas dinner. It goes great with any meaty entree. -Lynn McAllister, Mt. Ulla, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter, melted, divided
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 30-40 minutes or just until tender. Drain. Cool slightly; peel and cube., In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes. Stir in the sugar, milk, 1/4 cup butter, eggs, flour, salt and vanilla. Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Combine the nuts, brown sugar, cinnamon and remaining butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Lollywood Seduction
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, but it's also easy to make.


Chinonso Kizito
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I love the way this dish looks when it's finished. The pecans and sweet potatoes create a beautiful golden crust.


TJ Junior
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This is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I often make a big batch of roasted sweet potatoes and then use them to make this bake.


Stylish Sylvie
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I've made this dish with different types of nuts and they all work well. I especially like using walnuts or almonds.


x_xThisDachi
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This is a great recipe for a healthy side dish. The sweet potatoes are packed with nutrients and the pecans add a healthy dose of fats.


Maria g Guajardo
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I love the way the cinnamon and pecans complement the sweetness of the sweet potatoes.


Nakale Elizabeth
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This bake is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, satisfying, and just plain delicious.


Mansur Azad
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I've made this dish for several holidays and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Reka Bibi
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This is a great recipe for a potluck. It's easy to transport and always a crowd-pleaser.


Patrick Reus
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients but the flavors are amazing!


Eren Ege
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are just as good.


Thabile Patience Manzini
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Shakilkm 04
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This bake is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. The sweet potatoes are perfectly cooked and the pecans add a nice crunch.


Angelika Pheiffer
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I made this dish for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


balogun adewale
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I love the addition of pecans to this recipe. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


fadi bayan
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This is a great recipe for a holiday side dish. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Basha Op
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I've made this bake several times now and it's always a hit. The combination of sweet potatoes, pecans, and cinnamon is just perfect.


Lorraine Gonzalez
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My family loved this dish! It was easy to make and tasted amazing. The sweet potatoes were perfectly cooked and the pecans added a nice crunch.


faze chris 2015
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This pecan-sweet potato bake was absolutely divine! The flavors melded together perfectly, creating a sweet and savory dish that was both satisfying and comforting.