Southern Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
A delightful blend of sweet and nutty flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven Preheat to 400°F (200°C) for baking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt until evenly coated. Tip: Make sure each cube is well coated for the best flavor.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix the chopped pecans and brown sugar.
- Sprinkle the pecan mixture over the sweet potatoes.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the topping is golden. Tip: Check for tenderness by poking a sweet potato with a fork; it should easily slide in.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a savory twist, add a sprinkle of rosemary or thyme before baking.