Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel

 

Give the humble sweet potato a place of honor on your Thanksgiving table with a luscious casserole topped with a crunchy pecan streusel. The combination of creamy sweet potatoes and the nutty crunch of pecans creates a side dish that's a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup brown sugar (for streusel)

Steps:

1. 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2.In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and melted butter.
3. 3.Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
4. 4.In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans and brown sugar for the streusel.
5. 5.Sprinkle the streusel over the sweet potato mixture.
6. 6.Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.