PINEAPPLE SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH MARSHMALLOWS

Pineapple Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows image

Pineapple, sugar and marshmallows lend a super sweetness to sweet potatoes. I've been making the casserole for years, both for special occasions and casual dinners. -Ruth Leach, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 medium sweet potatoes
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup sugar
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
15 large marshmallows

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes in a large kettle and cover with water; bring to a boil. Boil gently until potatoes can easily be pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, 30-45 minutes. Drain; cool slightly., Preheat oven to 350°. Peel potatoes and place in a large bowl with butter and sugar; mash. Add pineapple, eggs, vanilla, nutmeg and salt; stir to combine., Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with marshmallows. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.