Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.25 cup

margarine

softened

0.5 cup

sugar

23 unit

sweet potatoes

canned

0.5 cup

milk

1 tsp

vanilla

0.5 cup

brown sugar

0.33 cup

flour

1 cup

pecans

chopped

0.25 cup

margarine

melted

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Cream together 1/4 cup margarine and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3
~5 min

Add 1 (23 oz.) can of sweet potatoes, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla to the creamed mixture.

Step 4
~5 min

Mix until thoroughly blended.

Step 5
~5 min

Pour the sweet potato mixture into a buttered 1 1/2-quart baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~5 min

In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/3 cup flour, and 1 cup chopped pecans.

Step 7
~5 min

Cut in 1/4 cup melted margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 8
~5 min

Sprinkle the pecan crumble topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.

Step 9
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Top with marshmallows during the last 5 minutes of baking for extra sweetness.

Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the sweet potato mixture for warmth.

For a smoother texture, mash the sweet potatoes before mixing.

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
Moderate (sweet and nutty)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

Pair with roasted meats or poultry.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Turkey
Ham
Pork Loin

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Traditional holiday side dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

70/100