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Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole

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A delightful Southern casserole combining sweet potatoes, rich maple syrup, and crunchy pecans, perfect for family gatherings and holiday dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large organic sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/3 cup organic brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (for filling)
  • Pinch of ground allspice
  • 1 cup organic raisins (soaked and drained)
  • 2 cups marshmallows
  • 1 1/2 cups raw pecans
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, until fork-tender.
  4. In a mixing bowl, mash the roasted sweet potatoes until smooth.
  5. Stir in almond milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Add in cubed butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and soaked raisins. Mix thoroughly.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish.
  8. In a separate bowl, mix pecans and marshmallows for the topping.
  9. Spoon the topping over the sweet potato mixture and drizzle with extra maple syrup.
  10. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
  11. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a nut-free version, omit pecans and use toasted oats. For a vegan option, use coconut butter and plant-based milk.

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