Follow these steps for perfect results
sweet potatoes
peeled
sugar
self-rising flour
margarine
nutmeg
to taste
cinnamon
to taste
homogenized milk
Peel sweet potatoes and cook in water until soft.
Drain the cooked sweet potatoes.
Mash the sweet potatoes thoroughly.
Add 1 1/2 cups of sugar to the mashed sweet potatoes and mix well.
Taste and add more sugar if needed to achieve desired sweetness.
Incorporate 1/2 cup of self-rising flour into the sweet potato and sugar mixture.
Mix in 3/4 stick of margarine.
Sprinkle nutmeg and cinnamon to taste.
If the mixture is too dry, add a small amount of homogenized milk until desired consistency is reached. The mixture should not be runny.
Grease a 9 x 13 inch cake pan with cooking spray.
Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared pan.
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.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve warm, garnished with whipped cream or a dusting of cinnamon.
Serve warm as a dessert.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serve with whipped cream.
Complements the sweetness of the pudding.
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