SWEET POTATO SPOON BREAD

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Another twist on sweet potatoes, who doesn't like sweet potatoes? My other recipe "Rosie's Sweet Potatoes" is very good and I am hoping you like this one as well.

Provided by Jean Romero

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 stick melted butter
2 medium sweet potatoes
2 1/2 c milk
1 Tbsp thyme, leaves
1 Tbsp brown sugar, firmly packed
2 tsp coarse sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 c corn meal
4 large eggs, separated
2 tsp baking powder

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400*F. Generously grease 2-quart souffle' or casserole with 1 tbsp. butter.
  • 2. Wrap potatoes in foil. Bake 45 to 55 minutes until soft to touch. Remove from oven. Discard foil; cool. When cool enough to handle, remove and discard peels. In large bowl mash potatoes.
  • 3. Reduce oven to 350*F. In large saucepan, bring milk, thyme, sugar, salt, and pepper to low boil over medium heat. In slow steady stream, whisk cornmeal into milk mixture. Cook, whisking cornmeal, 4 to 5 minutes, until mixture is thick and pulls away from bottom of pan. Remove from heat, cool slightly. Add potatoes, egg yolks, remaining 3 tbsp. butter and baking powder to milk mixture; stir to thoroughly mix.
  • 4. In large mixing bowl beat egg whites with electric mixture until soft peaks form. Gently fold whites into the potato mixture.
  • 5. Spoon batter into prepared dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165*F. Edges will be firm, and center a little soft. Remove from oven, Let stand 10 minutes. Serve warm

Magdy Khalil
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This spoon bread is a delicious and easy way to get your kids to eat their sweet potatoes.


Nadeem Haq
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I've made this spoon bread several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to bring to potlucks or parties.


Rabbi Shikdar
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This spoon bread was a hit with my family! They loved the sweet potato flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making it again.


Justice Ansah
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I'm always looking for new ways to use sweet potatoes, and this spoon bread was a great way to do that. It was a delicious and easy-to-make dish that I will definitely be making again.


Samantha Calhoun
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This recipe is a keeper! The spoon bread was moist and flavorful, and it was the perfect side dish for our Thanksgiving dinner.


Ak Ahmad Khan
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Overall, I thought the sweet potato spoon bread was a good recipe. It was easy to make and had a nice flavor. I would definitely make it again.


Luyanda Shangase
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The spoon bread was a little dry. I think I should have added more milk or butter.


Mohamed Osamabooto
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The sweet potato spoon bread was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar.


Ntokoto Vunene
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This was my first time making spoon bread, and I'm glad I tried this recipe. It was simple to follow, and the spoon bread turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making it again.


Hoodie Man
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I was surprised at how easy this spoon bread was to make. I didn't have any problems finding the ingredients, and it came together quickly. The end result was a delicious and satisfying dish.


Mahalit Udakumara
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This spoon bread was delicious! The sweet potato flavor was subtle, and the bread was moist and fluffy. I served it with honey butter, and it was the perfect comfort food.


Lorenzo Fuller
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I've made this sweet potato spoon bread several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Rj Rahat
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This sweet potato spoon bread was a hit at my last dinner party! It was moist and flavorful, and the hint of cinnamon and nutmeg gave it a warm and inviting aroma. My guests couldn't get enough of it.


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