Sweet Potato and Applesauce Casserole
Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamin A, which is important for good vision and a healthy immune system.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 2 pound Sweet Potatoes
- 1 cup Applesauce
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 4 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/2 cup Pecans
- 1/2 cup Marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes.
- In a large pot, boil the sweet potatoes until they are tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Add the applesauce, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the pot.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Sprinkle pecans on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with marshmallows.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
- Sugars 22g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.