SPICY SWEET POTATO AND BACON CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Spicy Sweet Potato and Bacon Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h58m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 slices hearty white bread, torn into large pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled, halved lengthwise, and sliced thin
3/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
5 scallions, sliced thin

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to the middle position; preheat oven to 425°.
  • Pulse the bread, butter, and 1/2 cup cheese in a food processor until coarsely ground.
  • Cook the bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes.
  • Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat.
  • Cook the onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and cayenne; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the sweet potatoes, cream, buttermilk, and salt; decrease heat to med-low and cook, covered, until the potatoes are just tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Off the heat, stir in the remaining 2 cups cheese, cooked bacon, and 4 of the scallions.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 13 x 9 inch baking dish; top with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Bake until the crumbs are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes, then sprinkle with the remaining scallion.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.1, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 73.3, Sodium 1129, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 11.6, Protein 14.8

Mercy Chebet
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This casserole is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Dammika Siyasooriya
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I used a combination of sweet potatoes and yams in this casserole and it turned out great! The yams added a nice sweetness and depth of flavor.


Prince Chijioke
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I added a cup of chopped pecans to this casserole and it was amazing! The pecans added a nice crunch and nutty flavor.


Khan Gee
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I'm a vegetarian so I omitted the bacon from this recipe. It was still delicious!


Georghe Abamu
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This casserole is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week for a quick and easy meal.


Jose Salazar
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I love the combination of sweet and spicy in this casserole. The bacon adds a nice smoky flavor as well.


Tamim aslam
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I always have a few extra sweet potatoes after Thanksgiving and this is a great way to use them up.


Donald Andrews
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I made this casserole for my picky eaters and they all loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Imaad Kammies
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This casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and satisfying. I love eating it on a cold winter day.


Rina Max
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This casserole is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve it.


Ivan Tropan
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I'm not a huge fan of sweet potatoes, but I thought I would give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The casserole was delicious and I ate two helpings. I will definitely be making this again.


Abubakar Usseni
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


kaylee williams
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The casserole was cooked evenly and the flavors were well-balanced. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet potatoes and bacon.


Daniel P
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The sweet potatoes and bacon were a perfect combination, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.