PECAN-TOPPED SWEET POTATOES

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My mother-in-law gave me this fantastic recipe, and I like it even more every time I taste it. Vanilla and almond extract add a new twist to a classic dish.-Elizabeth Hill, Dalton, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 medium sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds)
2/3 cup sugar
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
TOPPING:
2 cups crisp rice cereal, crushed
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan. or Dutch oven; cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook for 30-45 minutes or until tender. drain; cool slightly and peel. In a large bowl, mash the potato pulp. Stir in the sugar, milk, butter, eggs and extracts., Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine the topping ingredients until crumbly; sprinkle over the potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned.

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Jacqueline Webster
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The sweet potatoes are always perfectly roasted and the pecan topping is delicious.


Lj2valid
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This is my go-to recipe for pecan-topped sweet potatoes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hama King
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can always count on it to turn out great.


Kenneth Okoro
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These sweet potatoes were the perfect side dish for my Thanksgiving meal. They were a hit with everyone!


xo xo
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I loved this recipe! The pecan topping was amazing.


Md. Deloar Hossen
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This recipe was easy to follow and the sweet potatoes turned out great!


Zinnat Hossain
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These sweet potatoes were a bit dry. I think I should have roasted them for a shorter amount of time.


Irish Baby
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices to give it more flavor.


Epic Entertainment
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The pecan topping on these sweet potatoes was a bit too crunchy for my liking.


Play Mo
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These sweet potatoes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Oscar Adrian Arellano
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The pecans add a nice crunch too.


Husky 747
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Regina Suico
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I made these for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors.


Ahmad mailk
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These sweet potatoes were delicious! The pecan topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Peter Jensen
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I also added a bit of brown sugar to the pecan topping for extra sweetness.


Andrew Chidothi
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sweet potatoes are perfectly roasted and the pecan topping is addictive.


Marvellous Christopher
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These pecan-topped sweet potatoes were a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The sweet and savory flavors were perfectly balanced, and the pecans added a nice crunchy texture.