Traditional Holiday Dishes Straight From Grandma's Recipe Book

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Creamy and warmly spiced, this casserole is topped with a buttery pecan crumble that adds just the right crunch. It walks the line between savory and sweet, making it a must-have on any holiday table. Best served warm alongside roasted meats or on its own as a comforting side.

Ingredients (serves 8–10):

For the base:

• 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

For the topping:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1/3 cup chopped pecans
• 3 tbsp softened butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
2. Mix sweet potatoes with sugar, eggs, milk, butter, vanilla, and spices.
3. Pour into dish. Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over top.
4. Bake 35–40 minutes, until set and golden on top.