Discovered for Great Taste
Sweet Potatoes have been discovered for their great taste & variety of dishes. But, they are also known to be high in nutrients and a good source of fiber.
Important nutrients such as:
vitamin A, vitamin C, Manganese and several other vitamins & minerals.
One medium cooked sweet potato also contains:
Vitamin B6,Potassium,Pantothenic Acid, niacin and thiamine
Sweet potatoes are also know to contain:
Vitamin E, Vitamin K, calcium & iron.
So it kind of makes sense to include a sweet potato or two in our diet just for the health benefits listed above.
They taste good too!
Sweet Potato Casserole for 6 people
- 3 cups of sweet potatoes – mashed
- 1 1/2 cups of brown sugar
- 2 eggs, well beaten
- 1/2 tsp.salt
- 1 1/2 tsp. vanill
- 4 tbsp. butter, melted
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup raisins, optional
The Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1 stick butter
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Boil or bake potatoes until tender. Peel,mash well & set aside.,
In a separate bowl : Combine 1 1/2 cups of brown sugar,eggs, salt, vanilla, butter & milk. Beat well
Stir in raisins (optional)
Add potatoes, mix thoroughly.
Pour in a greased baking dish.
Make topping by combining 1/2 cup brown sugar & flour thoroughly, Add melted butter slowly,mixing well.
Add pecans & mix. Sprinkle topping over entire potato mixture.
Bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes.
