In this traditional Thanksgiving recipe, sweet potatoes become even sweeter with a topping of baked marshmallows.
Prep Time::20 mins
Cook Time::35 mins
Total Time::55 mins
Servings::6
Yield::6 servings
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 egg
2 tablespoons honey
¾ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 (10.5 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
Directions
Place sweet potatoes in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and mash.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish.
Combine mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, egg, honey, and salt in a large bowl; beat using an electric mixer until smooth. Transfer mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
Dot with cubed butter and top with marshmallows.
Bake in the preheated oven until marshmallows are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve immediately.
Recipe Tip
For autumn flavors, add nutmeg and/or cinnamon.