Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
40 unit

sweet potatoes

drained and mashed

16 unit

pumpkin

canned

0.5 cup

orange juice

unsweetened

0.25 cup

butter

unspecified

0.5 cup

brown sugar

unspecified

1.5 tsp

cinnamon

ground

0.5 tsp

salt

unspecified

0.5 tsp

clove

ground

8 unit

cream cheese

cubed

3 unit

egg whites

unspecified

7 unit

marshmallow creme

jarred

0.5 cup

brown sugar

unspecified

0.33 cup

flour

unspecified

1 cup

pecans

chopped

0.33 cup

butter

melted

1 cup

mini marshmallows

optional

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~4 min

In a large saucepan, combine mashed sweet potatoes, pumpkin, orange juice, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and clove.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat thoroughly, stirring frequently, until well combined and heated through.

Step 4
~4 min

Stir in cubed cream cheese until melted and incorporated.

Step 5
~4 min

Spoon the mixture into a 2-quart souffle or casserole dish.

Step 6
~4 min

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

For Topping #1 (Meringue): In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form.

Step 8
~4 min

Gradually add marshmallow creme, beating until stiff peaks form.

Step 9
~4 min

After the casserole has baked for 20 minutes, spread the meringue topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Continue baking for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly browned.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

For Topping #2 (Pecan Streusel): In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, chopped pecans, and melted butter until crumbly.

Step 12
~4 min

Before baking the casserole, sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~4 min

Bake in a 350 degree F (175 degrees C) oven for 35 minutes.

Step 14
~4 min

Remove the casserole from the oven.

Step 15
~4 min

If topping with mini marshmallows, place them on the casserole.

Step 16
~4 min

Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the marshmallows have melted and are lightly browned.

Step 17
~4 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use salted butter.

Toast pecans before chopping for enhanced flavor.

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the spice mixture for extra warmth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

Pairs well with roasted turkey or ham.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Turkey
Ham
Green Bean Casserole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common holiday side dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100