This recipe is a family favorite for holiday dinners. It is requested even by non-sweet potato eaters!
INGREDIENTS (for 9 servings):
- 3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup butter, softened
PREPARATION:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine sweet potatoes, white sugar, 1/4 cup margarine, vanilla, milk, and beaten eggs. Mix well. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, chopped pecans, flour, and 1/4 cup margarine. Mix well. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.