Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
6 unit

sweet potatoes

peeled

1.5 cup

sugar

0.5 cup

self-rising flour

0.75 stick

margarine

1 pinch

nutmeg

to taste

1 pinch

cinnamon

to taste

0.25 cup

homogenized milk

Step 1
~5 min

Peel sweet potatoes and cook in water until soft.

Step 2
~5 min

Drain the cooked sweet potatoes.

Step 3
~5 min

Mash the sweet potatoes thoroughly.

Step 4
~5 min

Add 1 1/2 cups of sugar to the mashed sweet potatoes and mix well.

Step 5
~5 min

Taste and add more sugar if needed to achieve desired sweetness.

Step 6
~5 min

Incorporate 1/2 cup of self-rising flour into the sweet potato and sugar mixture.

Step 7
~5 min

Mix in 3/4 stick of margarine.

Step 8
~5 min

Sprinkle nutmeg and cinnamon to taste.

Step 9
~5 min

If the mixture is too dry, add a small amount of homogenized milk until desired consistency is reached. The mixture should not be runny.

Step 10
~5 min

Grease a 9 x 13 inch cake pan with cooking spray.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared pan.

Step 12
~5 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F to 350°F for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the pudding is set and lightly browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.

Top with toasted pecans or marshmallows for added texture and sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a dessert.

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serve with whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted turkey
Glazed ham

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional holiday dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holidays
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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