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Close-up of a portion of sweet potato casserole with a glossy finish on a light grey plate.

Easy Sweet Potato Casserole with Canned Yams

A delicious and easy-to-make sweet potato casserole perfect for holidays or any cozy gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Canned Yams
  • 2 cans yams (15 oz each), drained
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix yams, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  3. Spread mixture into a greased 9x13 inch dish.
  4. Top with marshmallows and pecans if desired.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and heated through.
  6. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This dish is perfect for holiday gatherings and can be customized with or without marshmallows and pecans.