Mallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes

Name: Mallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Recipes, Comfort Food Side Dishes, Comfort Food Vegetarian Recipes
Ingredients: 4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 cup 2% milk; 6 tablespoons butter, softened; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 10 large marshmallows, halved lengthwise

My grandmother always served this sweet potato casserole at Thanksgiving. The puffy marshmallow topping gives the dish a festive look, and spices enhance the sweet potato flavor. —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Ingredients

4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup 2% milk
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 large marshmallows, halved lengthwise

Directions

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, 15-20 minutes. Drain potatoes; place in a large bowl.
Beat potatoes until smooth. Add the next nine ingredients; beat until blended.
Spread into a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 40-45 minutes. Increase oven setting to 425°.
Top casserole with marshmallows. Bake until marshmallows are lightly browned, 3-4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 312 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 201mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.

Originally published as Mallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes in Taste of Home October/November 2002

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sgronholz

Apr 18, 2018

This recipe is amazing! My husband and I loved the combination of spices and thought it almost tasted like dessert. Yum! I will definitely be making this recipe again!
lolohiser

Feb 2, 2015

Just like Mom's!
mrsfig65

Oct 1, 2014

I made this for my daughter-in-law's family in Argentina several years ago. Since then this is the one dish they ask for every time I visit.
AngieBK

Apr 6, 2013

Very appealing look, but much better recipes are out there.
jackie.baker

Nov 29, 2012

Every year I try a different sweet potato recipe. Well, I have finally find one that I will stick with. Great side dish.
cookinfanatic25

Oct 22, 2012

I used half evaporated milk and half water because I didn't have 2%. Also, since I only had 2 sweet potatoes, I cut everything down to a 1/3 to make it enough for 2.
mom2lauren

Oct 6, 2012

This is a staple on my table for Thanksgiving & Christmas dinner. Must try recipe! It's always well received :)
carmel68

Jan 5, 2012

Very good. I had to use the mini mashmellows. It was a big hit I made it for Thanksgiving.
lpw38

Dec 24, 2011

My family LOVES this recipe! Great for Holidays!
bobandsue333

Dec 3, 2011

Good and Easy and yes I will make it again.