MAKEOVER CRUNCHY SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

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Scott Jones' family will sure be delighted when they taste this delicious makeover at their next gathering. Scott wrote to us for help lightening this dish. We decreased the fat by half and the cholesterol by 46%, but kept the topping's sweet, nutty crunch. -Taste of Home's Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-3/4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup egg substitute
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cold butter
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a food processor. Add the milk, egg substitute, egg, butter and extracts; cover and process until smooth. Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray., In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and flour. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture; sprinkle with pecans. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Aqeel Baloch
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This casserole looks so good! I'm definitely going to try it.


Voyrab Sen
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I can't wait to try this casserole at my next holiday gathering.


Raja Umair janjua
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This casserole is a classic for a reason. It's delicious, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.


The BloodGod
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I love that this casserole can be made ahead of time. It makes it so much easier to prepare for a big meal.


Bikash Ramtel
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Brittany Bennett
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I'm allergic to pecans, so I used walnuts in the topping instead. It was still delicious.


Haji Abdul malek
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I made this casserole in a slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to save time on busy holidays.


Ninja Gamer
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I added a layer of crushed pineapple to the casserole and it was delicious.


Ralph Ashong
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I used maple syrup instead of brown sugar in the topping and it turned out great.


Krasimira Marinova
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I added a little bit of cinnamon to the topping and it gave the casserole a really nice flavor.


Miley
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This casserole is so creamy and decadent. It's definitely a comfort food.


Aamir Qasim
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I love the crunchy topping on this casserole. It adds a nice texture contrast to the soft sweet potatoes.


Michael Bush
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This casserole is the perfect side dish for any holiday meal. It's also great for potlucks and picnics.


gloria okolie
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potato casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


Zanira cruz
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Wyrm Wolf
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This casserole is so easy to make. I just followed the recipe and it turned out perfect. I even got compliments from my picky kids!


Tanveer Begum
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I love that this casserole is both sweet and savory. The sweet potatoes and marshmallows provide the sweetness, while the pecans and spices add a savory touch.


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I've made this casserole several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet potatoes, pecans, and marshmallows is irresistible.


Laren
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This casserole was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The sweet potatoes were perfectly cooked and the topping was crunchy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.