Description
A comforting and sweet casserole made with canned yams, perfect for family gatherings and holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans of yams, drained
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Mini marshmallows or chopped pecans for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Open and drain the canned yams, place them in a large mixing bowl, and mash until smooth.
- Add melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Incorporate eggs, milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg; stir until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with mini marshmallows or pecans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with spices or toppings. Don’t forget to watch the baking time to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: sweet potato casserole, canned yams, Thanksgiving recipes, comfort food, side dish