Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 kg)
- 1 cup (240 ml) sugar
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter (melted)
- 1 egg (for binding)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (300 g) mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup (30 g) brown sugar for topping (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into even pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Add the sweet potato pieces to the bowl and mix until fully coated with the butter mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with marshmallows.
- Optionally, sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the marshmallows are golden and the sweet potatoes are cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving - varies based on division size)
Calories: About 300-400 depending on the amount of brown sugar used as topping.
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- The dish has a rich and sweet flavor, typical of American desserts.
- The combination of sweet potatoes and marshmallows creates a unique and delicious texture.
- It's a great dish for colder weather or as a side for Thanksgiving or Christmas meals.
User Comments:
- "This dish was so delicious! The sweet potatoes were cooked perfectly and the marshmallows added a nice touch."
- "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. It was sweet and rich, just like I expected from an American dessert."
- "I made this for my family on Thanksgiving and they loved it! It was a great addition to our meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh sweet potatoes for best results.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free baking dish and verify that the butter and brown sugar are gluten-free.
- If you want to add more texture to the dish, you can add chopped nuts or even chocolate chips along with the marshmallows.
