Brown's Sweet Potato Casserole
A creamy, spiced sweet potato casserole topped with a buttery, crunchy pecan crumble for a comforting side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 65 minutes pairs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, melted butter, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp, melted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup, chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 2 lbs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender, then drain and return to the pot.
- Step 2: Add 3 tbsp melted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, and 1/2 cup milk to the pot. Mash until smooth and creamy, adding more milk if needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
- Step 3: Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish and smooth the top. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 2 tbsp melted butter, and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Sprinkle evenly over the sweet potato layer.
- Step 4: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Brown's Sweet Potato Casserole take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Brown's Sweet Potato Casserole?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep melted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brown's Sweet Potato Casserole?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Brown's Sweet Potato Casserole for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Brown's Sweet Potato Casserole vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
