MAPLE-SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

Maple-Sweet Potato Casserole image

Delight in this rich Maple-Sweet Potato Casserole recipe tonight. The perfect side dish, our Maple-Sweet Potato Casserole can also be made ahead.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Recipes

Time 1h24m

Yield 8 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 4)
1/4 cup butter, cut up
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
1-1/2 cups JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F.
Prick potatoes with fork; place in single layer on microwaveable plate. Microwave on HIGH 12 to 14 min. or tender. Cool slightly.
Peel potatoes. Place potatoes in large bowl. Add butter, milk and syrup; mash to desired consistency. Stir in seasonings.
Spoon into 1-1/2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
Bake 30 min. or until heated through.
Top with marshmallows and nuts. Bake 7 to 9 min. or until marshmallows are slightly puffed and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 115 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g