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Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows

Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows is a classic dish that blends the natural sweetness of baked or mashed sweet potatoes with a caramelized topping of marshmallows. Typically served as a side dish during holiday meals like Thanksgiving, it combines simple ingredients for a rich and comforting treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 312 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cooked
  • 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Dash salt
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mash sweet potatoes. Add eggs, orange juice, butter, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg and salt; mix well. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish.
  • Bake at 350° until set, 35-40 minutes. Top with marshmallows; return to oven until they just begin to puff and melt, 5-10 minutes.

Notes

How to Store Sweet Potatoes and Marshmallows

If you miraculously have leftovers, let them cool to room temperature, then cover the pan with storage wrap or transfer the leftovers to an airtight container. They can be kept in the fridge for up to three days.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 266mgFiber: 5gSugar: 41g
Keyword Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows
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