Ingredients and Weight:
- Sweet potatoes: 6 pounds
- Brown sugar: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
- Butter, melted: 1/2 cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Eggs, beaten: 2
- Marshmallows: 16 ounces (1 bag)
Preparation Time:
45 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks.
- Boil the sweet potato chunks in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them in a large bowl.
- Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the mashed potatoes. Stir until well combined.
- Beat the eggs and add them to the sweet potato mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, cut the marshmallows into small pieces.
- Sprinkle the marshmallow pieces evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the marshmallows are golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the casserole):
- Calories: 350
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and sweet with a crispy marshmallow topping
- Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve
User Comments:
- "This is the best sweet potato casserole I've ever had! The marshmallows add the perfect touch of sweetness and crunchiness."
- "This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. It's always a hit at our Thanksgiving gatherings."
- "I love that this casserole can be made ahead of time. It's one less thing to worry about on the big day."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a 9x13-inch baking dish, you can use an 8x8-inch dish, but the casserole will be deeper.
- You can use any type of marshmallows for this recipe, but miniature marshmallows will melt more evenly.
- To make the casserole ahead of time, prepare it as directed and then refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, simply reheat the casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-45 minutes.