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Ruth's Chris-Inspired Sweet Potato Casserole

Manila Spoon
Inspired by Ruth's Chris' legendary sweet potato casserole, this delicious side dish combines perfectly spiced sweet potato filling with a delightfully crunchy brown sugar and pecan topping. Perfect for holidays or any gathering, enjoy this delectable recipe that brings the restaurant experience to your home.
5 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 316 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 4 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes, about 6 sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk, whole milk or your preferred type
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Pecan Topping:

  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish (8x8 or similar size).
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked and mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, melted butter, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, milk, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth.
  • Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
  • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the pecan topping is golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 145mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 3gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 9793IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 1mg
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