Best 8 Moms Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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Moms always have the best recipes, and their sweet potatoes are no exception. Whether you're looking for a classic dish for your holiday table or a comforting side dish for a weeknight meal, there's a sweet potato recipe out there that's perfect for you. In this article, we'll explore some of the best ways to cook sweet potatoes, from simple roasted sweet potatoes to sweet potato casseroles and everything in between. We'll also provide tips on how to choose the right type of sweet potato for your recipe, and how to store sweet potatoes properly so that they stay fresh and delicious. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to make some of the best sweet potatoes you've ever tasted!

Let's cook with our recipes!

MOM'S SWEET POTATO BAKE



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Mom loves sweet potatoes and fixed them often in this creamy, comforting baked sweet potato casserole. With its nutty topping, this side dish could almost serve as a dessert. It's a yummy treat! -Sandi Pichon, Memphis, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes (prepared without milk or butter)
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat the sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, butter, salt and vanilla until smooth. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans and flour; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

KEYSHAWN'S MOM'S CANDIED YAMS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 pounds sweet potatoes or yams
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 sticks sweet butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 2-inch cubes. Place potatoes in large pot, cover with sugar, brown sugar and butter cook over medium heat until potatoes are fork tender (about 20 minutes) but not mushy.

MOM'S SWEET POTATOES RECIPE



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Our family favorite sweet potatoes that make the perfect side dish for your holiday meal.

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pounds of yellow sweet potatoes (about 5 to 6)
3 tablespoons butter (divided)
1/4 cup karo syrup (divided)
1/2 cup brown sugar (divided)
1 (10 ounce) bag of miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Boil sweet potatoes for about 20-30 minutes until fork tender. Let cool.
  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch pan with non stick cooking spray.
  • After the sweet potatoes are cool, slice into 1 inch spears. Lay half of them in the pan.
  • Cut up 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter into small pieces and spread all over the sliced sweet potatoes.
  • Then drizzle 1/8 cup of karo syrup over all of the sweet potatoes. Then sprinkle 1/4 cup of brown sugar over the top.
  • Repeat layers - add more sweet potatoes, then top with the rest of the butter, karo syrup, and brown sugar.
  • Cook in oven until heated through and butter is melted. About 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cover the top with marshmallows. Return to oven cook until marshmallows are golden brown.
  • (This can also be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Cook until heated through and then add marshmallows.)

MOM'S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
Cooking spray
Topping:
1/3 cup of all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Place a pot of water on the stove and bring the water to a boil.
  • Peel and chop the potatoes into 1 inch cubes. Once the water is boiling put your potatoes in for 10 to 15 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
  • Place potatoes in a large bowl; add sugar, sweet and condensed milk, 3 tablespoons of melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and vanilla.
  • Beat with a mixer at medium speed until smooth. Add eggs; beat well.
  • Pour potato mixture into a 13 x 9 inch baking pan coated with cooking spray.
  • To prepare topping, combine flour, brown sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon salt; stir with a whisk. Stir in 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  • Sprinkle flour mixture evenly over potato mixture; arrange pecans evenly over top.
  • Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or just until golden.
  • Preheat broiler (remove casserole from oven).
  • Broil casserole 45 seconds or until topping is bubbly. Let stand a little bit before serving.

MOM'S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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This recipe is originally from a Kraft advertisement in a holiday magazine last year. I tried it and loved it. Enjoy!

Provided by BellaKitten

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 1/2 cup, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs sweet potatoes (about 5 large)
4 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups post selects cranberry almond crunch cereal, crushed
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 1/2 cups jet-puffed miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 325°F Place sweet potatoes on microwaveable plate. Microwave on HIGH 8 minute Turn potatoes over; continue microwaving 9 to 10 minute or until very tender. Let stand 5 minute Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop pulp into large bowl; discard skins.
  • ADD cream cheese, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg to potato pulp. Mash with potato masher to desired consistency. Spoon into 9-inch square glass baking dish.
  • MIX cereal and butter in medium bowl until well blended. Stir in marshmallows. Sprinkle evenly over potato mixture.
  • BAKE 30 to 35 minute or until topping is golden brown and mixture is heated through.
  • **Note**.
  • Mashed potato mixture can be prepared ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. When ready to serve, uncover, sprinkle with streusel topping and bake as directed.

MOM'S SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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This is a wonderful holiday side dish that we always have in our family. It is like mashed sweet potatoes with a sweet and crunchy topping. If you like sweet potatoes, it will be a must at your house too! And remember sweet potatoes are so good for you too!

Provided by Lady in love

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups sweet potatoes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup walnuts

Steps:

  • Cook 3-4 fresh sweet potatoes in plain water (chop potatoes into even pieces for faster cooking) when tender, drain and beat with mixer.
  • Mix together first 8 ingredients and pour into greased casserole dish.
  • Topping- Mix together remaining 4 ingredients, butter, flour, brown sugar and walnuts.And sprinkle on top of sweet potatoes.
  • Cook at 350 for 25 minute.

MOM'S SWEET POTATO PIE



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Here in the South, sweet potato pie is a staple among many despite 100's of variations. This is the recipe that both my mom and grandma have used for years. Even my picky husband marks this as his favorite pie!

Provided by Faith N

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Sweet Potato Pie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie
4 cups peeled chopped sweet potatoes
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
⅓ cup milk
¼ cup margarine
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon lemon extract
⅓ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Press the pie pastries into two 9-inch pie dishes.
  • Place sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and let cool.
  • Beat potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, margarine, vanilla extract, lemon extract, cloves, and allspice together in a bowl until smooth; pour into the prepared crusts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pies are set in the middle, 40 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 35.3 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 183.4 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

MOM'S SWEET POTATO SALAD



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My mother used to make this potato salad. We all liked it back then- and now my family likes it, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1-1/4 cups mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, onion and red pepper. In a small bowl, blend remaining ingredients; add to potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size. Avoid any that are soft or have bruises.
  • Prepare the sweet potatoes properly: Scrub the sweet potatoes well and prick them with a fork. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Sweet potatoes can be roasted, baked, grilled, or even microwaved. Experiment with different methods to find your favorite way to cook them.
  • Add flavor to your sweet potatoes: Sweet potatoes have a naturally sweet flavor, but you can enhance it by adding spices, herbs, or other ingredients. Try adding cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, or even maple syrup.
  • Serve sweet potatoes with a variety of dishes: Sweet potatoes are a versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. Try them with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or even a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Sweet potatoes are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With their naturally sweet flavor and versatility, sweet potatoes are a great addition to any meal. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying side dish, give sweet potatoes a try.

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