Savory Sweet Potato Casserole
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Savory Sweet Potato Casserole
Description
Savory Sweet Potato Casserole uses peeled, chunked sweet potatoes boiled until tender, then mixed with a spiced butter and milk blend including smoked paprika and garlic powder. The addition of honey and a topping of chopped walnuts and fresh parsley creates a combination of creamy softness and crunchy texture. A hint of cayenne pepper adds subtle warmth while the seasoning balances the natural sweetness of the potatoes.
The cooking technique involves boiling the potatoes first to tenderize, then mashing with warm spiced butter and milk mixture to infuse flavor well. Shaking the pot afterward helps steam off moisture for a better texture. The topping adds both color and a mix of sweet, nutty, and herbal notes that enhance the casserole’s complexity.
Serve this casserole as a warm side to roasted or grilled main dishes. The layered spices and textures make it suitable for holiday meals or everyday dinners where a comforting, well-seasoned vegetable side is needed.
Using high-quality, firm sweet potatoes improves the final texture. The recipe notes suggest alternatives like microwaving sweet potatoes for convenience, and recommend experimenting with herbs like fresh sage or thyme for additional flavor. Processing walnuts finely can enhance their consistency in the topping.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potato peeled, cut into even sized chunks
- 2 tablespoons butter substitute olive oil
- ½ cup milk substitute plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
For the topping:
- 1 tablespoon honey substitute golden syrup
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- ½ cup walnuts chopped coarsely
- ½ teaspoon olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- cayenne pepper optional, a pinch
Instructions
- Place the sweet potato pieces in a large pot and cover them with water. Make sure the water level is about 1-2 inches above the potatoes. Add a pinch of salt.
- Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sweet potatoes simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Drain the sweet potatoes in a colander and transfer back to the pot over medium heat.
- While the sweet potatoes are boiling, you can warm up the butter, milk, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper and ¼ teaspoon of salt in a small saucepan or in the microwave until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm. Avoid boiling this mixture.
- Once you have drained the water, promptly put the sweet potatoes back into the hot pot, return to the stove and reduce the heat to low. If needed, grab oven mitts to securely hold the pot handles and gently shake it for approximately 1 minute to cook off any remaining steam inside the potatoes.
- Finally, remove the pot from the heat and place it on a flat, heat-resistant surface.
- Mash the potatoes to your desired consistency with a potato masher or fork.
- Preheat the oven to 320ºF and grease a 9x13 inches casserole dish.
- Drizzle the melted butter mixture over the potatoes, and mix it in with a wooden spoon or spatula until the potatoes have absorbed the liquid. Taste the mixture, and season with more salt, pepper, and/or smoked paprika as required to suit your taste. Set the mixture aside.
- Take a small bowl and mix the honey, 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley and walnut topping ingredients together unti they are thoroughly combined.
- Evenly spread the mashed sweet potatoes in the casserole dish, and sprinkle the walnut topping over it uniformly.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the walnuts are toasted and aromatic, but not overcooked, and the potatoes are heated through.
- Sprinkle the remaining fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Select firm sweet potatoes with smooth skin and no blemishes for best quality.
- Microwaving sweet potatoes is a practical alternative to boiling, especially during busy holiday preparations.
- Spices can be adjusted or complemented with herbs such as fresh sage, thyme, or rosemary to boost flavor.
- Chopping walnuts finer or using a food processor creates a more uniform texture for the topping.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 171mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 609mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 21880IU | 438% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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