Best 8 Aunt Margarets Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of culinary wonders, where taste buds dance and hearts are warmed by the enchanting flavors of Aunt Margaret's Sweet Potato Casserole. This delectable dish, steeped in tradition and perfected over generations, has earned its place as a cherished family favorite, passed down with love and anticipation. As you embark on this culinary journey, let us guide you through the secrets of crafting this masterpiece, ensuring that each bite transports you to a realm of pure bliss.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

AUNT MARGIE'S SWEET POTATO PONE



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Instead of the 'traditional' sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving, this is what our Southern family has had on the table for at least 3 generations. Great Aunt Margie (pronounced MAH-gee) was born in 1902.

Provided by Christina Kennedy

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter, melted
1 egg, beaten
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground nutmeg
2 cups grated raw sweet potatoes
1 orange, zested
½ orange, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Mix sugar, butter, egg, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg together in a bowl. Stir in sweet potatoes, orange zest, and orange juice until evenly incorporated. Pour mixture into a shallow 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and bubbling, 1 hour. Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 71.7 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 242 mg, Sugar 35.9 g

AUNT PAT'S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Delicious, sweet, crunchy topped sweet potato dish that is to die for. Make it for your special occasion!

Provided by Christina Kamp

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 11

3-4 c. sweet potatoes (mashed)
1/2 c. raw sugar
1/2 c. melted butter
pinch salt
2 beaten eggs
1/3 c. bourbon (optional)
1/2 c. whipping cream
1/3 c. melted butter
1 c. raw sugar
1/2 c. flour
1 c. chopped pecans (I am allergic to tree nuts, so I replace this with old fashioned rolled oats)

Steps:

  • Roast and mash sweet potatoes. (I dump them into my kitchen aid and mix them up good)
  • Mix 1/2 c. raw sugar, 1/2 c. melted butter, salt, eggs, bourbon and whipping cream together with sweet potatoes.
  • Put into a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • Mix rest of ingredients and sprinkle over top of potato mixture.
  • Bake at 350 for 25 minutes.

AUNT MARGARET'S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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My great-aunt made an incredible sweet potato casserole for our holiday dinners. I've lightened it up a bit, but we love it just the same. -Beth Britton, Fairlawn, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cubed
TOPPING:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place sweet potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-12 minutes. Meanwhile, make topping by combining flour, brown sugar, oats and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. , Drain potatoes; return to pan. Beat until mashed. Add sugar, milk, eggs, butter and vanilla; mash. Transfer to a broiler-safe 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle topping over potato mixture. , Bake, uncovered, until topping is golden brown, 40-45 minutes; let stand 10 minutes. Sprinkle with marshmallows. If desired, broil 4-5 inches from heat until marshmallows are puffed and golden, 30-45 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3)
1 orange, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup diced dried apricots
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pea-sized pieces
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Put the sweet potatoes on a sheet tray and roast for 35 to 40 minutes. The sweet potatoes might still be a little hard in the center- no problem!
  • While the sweet potatoes are baking make the topping. In a food processor, combine the oatmeal, brown sugar, olive oil, butter, and walnuts and pulse until mixture comes together.
  • When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel them and cut them into 1-inch chunks. Discard the skins. Put the potatoes into a large dish and add the remaining ingredients. Mash together with a potato masher until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish. Crumble the topping mixture over the potatoes. Bake until the mixture hot all the way through and the topping is brown and crispy, about 30 minutes.
  • That's a hot sweet potato!

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Everyone will ask for seconds of this casserole made with mashed sweet potatoes and a marshmallow topping that's a perfect combination of gooey and crunchy. With the help of a little nutmeg for flavor, this casserole is sure to be a new favorite.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 8), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups mini marshmallows or chopped regular marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan, and cover with cold water by 1 inch; salt generously. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, and cook until easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, and return to pan. Heat over medium, stirring, until liquid has evaporated and a thin film covers bottom of pan, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat; add milk, butter, and nutmeg. Mash until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Transfer sweet-potato mixture to a 2-quart baking dish. (To make ahead, refrigerate, up to 1 day.)
  • Top casserole with marshmallows; bake until center is warmed through and marshmallows are lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4 g

GRANDMA'S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Thanksgiving wouldn't be the same without this recipe! We could do without the turkey, but not grandma's sweet potato casserole. Believe me, you will love this! It's like eating a dessert. Everywhere I take it, I'm asked for the recipe. Enjoy!

Provided by pcmomofsix

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cooked, mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup white sugar
½ cup milk
⅓ stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup brown sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup shredded coconut
⅓ stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  • Mix mashed sweet potatoes, white sugar, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt together; transfer potato mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • Mix brown sugar and flour for topping together in a large bowl. Add pecans, coconut, and butter; mix until well combined. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until topping is golden brown, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 45.4 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 121.3 mg, Sugar 30.2 g

AMANDA HESSER'S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Bake a homey, pecan-topped casserole with this recipe from "The Essential New York Times Cookbook," by Amanda Hesser.Also try: James Beard's Pureed Parsnips

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 large sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar
3 tablespoons packed dark-brown sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, slightly softened
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Make the sweet potatoes: Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast until very tender, about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut in half, scoop flesh into a bowl and mash until smooth. You should have 4 to 5 cups of mashed sweet potato. Stir in brown sugars, eggs, orange juice, butter, vanilla, and salt; transfer to an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Make the topping: In a small bowl, mix together butter, brown sugar, and pecans. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture. Transfer to oven and bake until nuts are toasted and casserole has puffed, about 30 minutes. Serve.

SUGAR-CRUSTED SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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FLAVOR GALORE!!! This is a popular dish in my area and it is also my Aunt Catherine's recipe. The dish always comes back empty from a potluck! The crunchy goodness on top is what makes this casserole go over well. A great dish to have any time of the year.

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 sweet potatoes, mashed
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup corn flakes, crushed
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Note for quick method of cooking sweet potatoes -- I put the sweet potatoes in a baking dish and add 1/4 cup of water. Put a lid on and microwave for approximately 20 minutes. After they have cooled, peel and mash.
  • Mix all 8 ingredients for sweet potato mixture. Pour into a greased casserole dish. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35 minutes and see below for crunchy topping.
  • Mix all 4 ingredients for topping and sprinkle over potatoes. Bake for an additional 8 minutes and remove from oven.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.4, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 87.5, Sodium 313, Carbohydrate 62.2, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 39.9, Protein 5.4

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
  • Cook the sweet potatoes until they are very tender: This will ensure that they are easy to mash and will create a smooth and creamy casserole.
  • Use a food processor or immersion blender to mash the sweet potatoes: This will give you the smoothest results.
  • Don't overmix the casserole: Overmixing will make the casserole tough.
  • Bake the casserole until it is golden brown and bubbly: This will ensure that it is cooked through and has a delicious crust.
  • Serve the casserole warm with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include butter, marshmallows, pecans, and whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Aunt Margaret's Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it simple or loaded with toppings, this casserole is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a delicious and comforting dish, give Aunt Margaret's Sweet Potato Casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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