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Sweet Potato Casserole

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Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

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Equipment

  • Baking Dish - A versatile dish for baking various casseroles, pies, etc.

  • Mixing Bowls (Set) - Essential for mixing ingredients; large sizes suitable for all stages of preparation.

  • Whisk - Useful for combining wet and dry ingredients smoothly or to whip egg whites when the recipe requires it.

  • Measuring Cups and Spoons Set - Precise measurements are key in baking, ensuring consistency in your sweet potato casserole's texture and taste.

  • Silicone Baking Mat - Non-stick surface for easier release of the casserole from pans or when using a stand mixer bowl attachment.

  • Stand Mixer (optional) - Handy for mixing dough, creaming butter, and beating eggs if you prefer to use it.

  • Oven Mitts - Safety equipment essential for handling hot baking trays safely after cooking.

  • Spatula - Useful for folding ingredients like nuts or additional sweet potatoes into the casserole mix without overmixing.

  • Cooling Rack (optional) - Helps in cooling down your casserole faster and evenly once it's done baking, although not strictly necessary for all recipes.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups firmly packed unseasoned mashed sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds) (see headnote)

  • 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice

  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, melted

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg or 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Butter a 2-quart casserole and set aside.
2

Instruction 2

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl, beating until smooth. Taste for salt and pepper and adjust as needed.
3

Instruction 3

Scoop into the casserole, spreading to the edge and roughing the surface. Bake uncovered on the middle oven shelf for about 45 minutes or until tipped with brown.
4

Instruction 4

Serve hot as an accompaniment to roast turkey, chicken, or pork. Good, too, with pork chops.
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