Ashton'S Sweet Potatoes

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Sweet potatoes are combined with brown sugar, sherry or bourbon, and eggs to create a rich, flavorful casserole topped with chopped pecans or walnuts. This dish offers a comforting sweetness with a hint of boozy warmth, perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup sherry or bourbon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients except walnuts in a greased casserole dish.
  2. Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts around the outside edges of the casserole.
  3. Cover and refrigerate the casserole overnight.
  4. Remove from refrigerator and allow to warm to room temperature.
  5. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

492 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.8g 12% DV
Total Fat 24.8g 32% DV
Carbs 65.6g 24% DV
Fiber 3.9g 14% DV
Sugar 25.3g 51% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9768.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 708.8mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 6.8mg 8% DV
Calcium 106.5mg 8% DV
Iron 1.7mg 10% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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