Yummy Yam Casserole

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I call this the 'recipe with legs' because every time I serve it, the recipe is requested. Even those who dislike yams and sweet potatoes love this tasty dish! This dish can be frozen, but freeze it without the pecan topping. Defrost before baking.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 55 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 4 pounds yams

  • 2 eggs

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • teaspoon ground allspice

  • teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 6 ounces pecan halves

  • cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup melted butter

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. Poke yams in several places with a fork, then cook them on high power in microwave oven until heated through and soft, about 20 minutes. When cooled, remove skins and place the yams in a large bowl.

  3. Beat yams until smooth. Then beat in one egg at a time, blending after each addition. Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/8 cup melted butter, salt, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg; beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.

  4. Transfer mixture to an ungreased 3 quart casserole dish. Arrange the pecans in a single layer on top. Sprinkle with remaining brown sugar and drizzle 1/4 cup melted butter over the top.

  5. Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until browned and bubbly.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

491 Calories
26g Fat
65g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 491
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 33%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 76mg 25%
Sodium 399mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 65g 23%
Dietary Fiber 9g 32%
Total Sugars 17g
Protein 8g 15%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 59mg 5%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 1252mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.