Grandma’s Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel is a Thanksgiving tradition that is easy to make and delicious to eat. The sweet potato mixture is made by combining mashed sweet potatoes with sugar, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. This mixture is then topped with a streusel made of chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter. The casserole is baked until the topping is golden brown and the dish is heated through. This comforting and flavorful dish is perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations and is sure to become a new family favorite.
Thanksgiving Tradition: Grandma’s Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel
Ingredients:
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup melted butter
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, then boil them until they are tender. Drain the potatoes and mash them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: Make the Sweet Potato Mixture
- Add the sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well until combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
Step 4: Prepare the Streusel Topping
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
Step 5: Bake the Casserole
Place the sweet potato casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. This sweet potato casserole with pecan streusel is a delicious and comforting dish that is sure to become a new family tradition for your Thanksgiving celebrations!