Yummy Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

Preparation Time:

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them until tender, then cool them down.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
Add the cooked and cooled sweet potato chunks and mix thoroughly.
Add the flour and salt, and mix until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a baking dish and top with chopped pecans or walnuts (if using).
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (based on the ingredients listed)
Carbohydrates, fats, protein, and other nutritional information will vary based on actual ingredient quantities used.

Dish Characteristics:

This dish is a classic American-style sweet potato casserole with a rich and sweet flavor.
The combination of sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract creates a delicious and unique taste.
The optional pecans or walnuts add a crunchy texture to the casserole.

User Comments:

"This dish was amazing! The sweet potato casserole was so delicious and the texture was perfect."
"I loved the combination of flavors in this casserole. The sweet potatoes were cooked to perfection and the topping was a great addition."
"This dish was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the sweet potato casserole, it was definitely a crowd-pleaser."

Special Precautions and Tips:

Make sure to use fresh sweet potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
Adjust the amount of brown sugar and vanilla extract according to your preference for sweetness.
If you want to make this dish gluten-free, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.