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Recipes For 3 Need simple, hearty dinners that please a crowd? Try these easy recipes for 3+ people perfect for busy weeknights! From creamy mac & cheese (with epic toppings!) to smoked sausage bakes, cheesy ranch potatoes, and one-pan chicken & rice casseroles, these meals are fast, budget-friendly, and packed with flavor. Great for family dinners, summer cookouts, or meal prep no fuss, just delicious comfort food!
Sweet Potato Casserole with Coconut & Pecans
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Base:
4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
For the Topping:
1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup melted butter
Directions
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel, boil, and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, melted butter, milk, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until smooth. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the shredded coconut, pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter until crumbly.
Assemble: Evenly sprinkle the topping over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is set.
Serve: Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 320 kcal per serving
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