Sweet Potato Casserole with Canned Yams
Discover the secret to a delicious sweet potato casserole with canned yams. This recipe will surely be a hit and become a personal favorite.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 566kcal
Ingredients
- 15 ounces canned yams rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoon butter melted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place the yams, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt into a mixing bowl, and blend until well combined.
- Add in the egg, and beat until creamy.
- Spread the mixture into a well-greased small oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Remove, and top with the mini marshmallows and pecans.
- Bake for another 5-10 minutes or until the marshmallows have browned on top.
Notes
To achieve a smooth and creamy texture, use an electric mixer or food processor to make the yam mixture.
Bake the casserole until it's heated and the topping is golden brown. Be cautious not to over bake, as it can dry out the sweet potatoes.
Sweet potato casserole can be made ahead of time. Prepare the casserole, cover it, and refrigerate. You can then bake it when you're ready to serve it.
Nutrition
Calories: 566kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 1831mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 786IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg