**Sweet Potato Praline Casserole: A Southern Classic with a Twist**
Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that is Sweet Potato Praline Casserole. This classic Southern dish is elevated with a luscious praline topping, creating a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and crunchy elements. As you dig into this comforting casserole, the velvety smooth sweet potato filling envelops your taste buds, while the crunchy pecan praline topping adds a delightful textural contrast. This recipe also includes variations for those who prefer a vegan or gluten-free option, ensuring that everyone can savor this delectable dish. Whether you serve it as a side dish for your holiday feast or as a standalone treat, Sweet Potato Praline Casserole is sure to become a family favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to Southern comfort food heaven.
SMALL-BATCH SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE
This recipe has all the flavors of the Thanksgiving classic, just in smaller form. Honey, I shrunk the sweet potato casserole! Mini marshmallows ensure you get lots of charred edges, which are pretty much the best part of sweet potato casserole anyhow. For ease, you can assemble the ramekins on a baking sheet when toasting the marshmallows.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the sweet potatoes, half-and-half, butter, brown sugar, nutmeg if using and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, covered and stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes begin to break down, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, covered, stirring occasionally and breaking up the pieces as you stir, until the sweet potatoes are completely tender and have almost entirely fallen apart, another 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, position an oven rack in the upper-third of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
- Add the cream cheese to the saucepan. Mix with a handheld mixer until the cream cheese is fully incorporated and the sweet potatoes are smooth.
- Use a spatula to transfer 1 cup of the sweet potato mixture to each of four 1-cup ramekins. Top each ramekin with a 1/3 cup of the mini marshmallows. Bake until the marshmallows are puffed and browned, about 5 minutes.
PRALINE SWEET POTATOES
The best sweet potatoes you will ever eat!
Provided by MKENNON
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Butter one 2 quart casserole dish. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, sugar, vanilla extract, eggs and cream. Blend well, and spread evenly in casserole dish.
- Prepare the topping by combining the butter, brown sugar, flour and pecans. Mix until crumbly, and sprinkle over sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 109.5 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 154.5 mg, Sugar 31.6 g
SWEET POTATO PRALINE CASSEROLE
For a change from marshmallow-topped sweet potatoes, my mom served us this one. It became an instant favorite. -Caitlin Hooker, Austin, TX
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, sweet potatoes, sugar, butter, milk and vanilla. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, pecans and flour; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 50-60 minutes or until top is browned.
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SOUTHERN PRALINE SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE
Make and share this Southern Praline Sweet Potato Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 2h10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Pierce potatoes several times with a fork or icepick and place on a baking pan; bake in preheated oven 1 1/4-1 1/2 hours or until potatoes are tender; set aside until cool.
- In a small pan, heat milk and butter until hot but not boiling; keep warm.
- Cut the potatoes in half and scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl and discard the skins.
- Mash the potatoes with whatever method you prefer (masher, ricer, food mill, etc).
- Stir milk into potatoes; add eggs and continue to blend until well combined; stir in brown sugar.
- Butter a 9 X 13 inch casserole or baking dish and spread mixture into pan; set aside while making topping.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat; stir in the brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cream.
- and pecans.
- Heat to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is thick, 5-7 minutes (if mixture starts to boil, reduce heat slightly to maintain a simmer).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Pour topping over potatoes in dish, spreading with spatula.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until slightly crusty and set.
- Serve immediately.
PRALINE SWEET POTATO BAKE
I often serve this dish for Thanksgiving. It isn't overly sweet, and it's always popular with family and friends. I never serve it without someone wanting the recipe.-Kevin Bruckerhoff, Columbia, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat the sweet potatoes, milk, brown sugar, butter, egg, vanilla and salt until fluffy. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Combine topping ingredients until blended; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts :
SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PRALINE TOPPING
Make and share this Sweet Potato Casserole With Praline Topping recipe from Food.com.
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- FILLING: Mash potatoes in a medium sized bowl. Add all the other filling ingredients; mix well. Pour into a greased deep dish pie pan or 8x8 deep casserole dish.
- TOPPING: Mix all ingredients well and sprinkle over top of potato mixture.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 789.6, Fat 45.2, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 154.1, Sodium 504.8, Carbohydrate 91.2, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 49.1, Protein 10
SWEET POTATO PRALINE CASSEROLE BY ALEX PATOUT'S
Yield 6 people
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Scrub the sweet potatoes or yams well and place them in the oven. Bake until tender, about 40 minutes, and remove. When they are cool enough to handle, halve them and scoop out the insides into a large mixing bowl. Mash well. You should have about 3 cups. Mix the softened butter into the mashed yams or sweet potatoes along with the sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk. Pour the mixture into a baking pan or casserole dish. Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan. Add the brown sugar and stir until it dissolves. Cook the mixture over medium heat until it reaches the soft-ball stage on a candy thermometer. Remove from heat and beat in the butter and the chopped pecans. Pour this mixture over the yams. Bake until very hot and beginning to brown. Serves: Serves 6 - 8.
Tips:
- Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the sweet potatoes: Overcooked sweet potatoes will be mushy and bland. Cook them just until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Use a good quality praline sauce: The praline sauce is what makes this casserole so special. Be sure to use a sauce that is made with real butter and sugar, and that has a rich, nutty flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: This casserole is a great starting point, but you can easily customize it to your own taste. Try adding different spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger. You could also add chopped nuts or dried fruit.
- Serve the casserole warm: This casserole is best served warm, right out of the oven. It can be reheated, but it will not be as good.
Conclusion:
Sweet potato praline casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a special side dish, give this casserole a try.
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