SPICY SWEET POTATO AND BACON CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Spicy Sweet Potato and Bacon Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h58m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 slices hearty white bread, torn into large pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled, halved lengthwise, and sliced thin
3/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
5 scallions, sliced thin

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to the middle position; preheat oven to 425°.
  • Pulse the bread, butter, and 1/2 cup cheese in a food processor until coarsely ground.
  • Cook the bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes.
  • Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat.
  • Cook the onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and cayenne; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the sweet potatoes, cream, buttermilk, and salt; decrease heat to med-low and cook, covered, until the potatoes are just tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Off the heat, stir in the remaining 2 cups cheese, cooked bacon, and 4 of the scallions.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 13 x 9 inch baking dish; top with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Bake until the crumbs are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes, then sprinkle with the remaining scallion.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.1, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 73.3, Sodium 1129, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 11.6, Protein 14.8

SN Nipa
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This casserole was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I'll probably use less cayenne pepper next time.


Matute Blas
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I'm not a fan of sweet potatoes, but I really liked this casserole. The bacon and spices really balanced out the sweetness of the potatoes.


md milton
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This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a success.


Zunta
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I love this casserole! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.


Lynrose2 Lebocan
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Santo Amador
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I made it for my family and they loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Ajeeb Rehman Mahar
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish for a potluck or holiday gathering.


Brad Dutton130
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This casserole was a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I'll probably use less cayenne pepper next time.


Faiz Panizai
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I loved this casserole! The bacon and spices really balanced out the sweetness of the potatoes.


stueX4
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used pre-cooked bacon to save time, and it still turned out great.


Theresa Reading
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Callie Reinhart
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The sweet potatoes and bacon were a delicious combination, and the spices gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.