Sweet Potato Casserole

A sweet potato casserole with southern Louisiana roots makes this an excellent side dish year-round.

• Ready In: 1 hr 55 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 6  sweet potatoes
• 1 1⁄2 cups sugar
• 3⁄4 cup butter, melted
• 3  eggs
• 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 1  teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1  teaspoon cinnamon
• 1  teaspoon vanilla

Directions

1. Cover potatoes with water in a large saucepan, heat to a boil over medium heat, cook until fork-tender, about 45 minutes.
2. Drain; set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
3. Heat oven to 375 degrees; peel potatoes.
4. Transfer to a large bowl; mash.
5. Stir in sugar, melted butter, blending well.
6. Add eggs, one at a time, blending smooth.
7. Stir in milk,lemon juice, cinnamon & vanilla, stirring just until well blended.
8. Transfer to a 3-quart casserole dish.
9. Bake until tip begins to brown, about 50 mintues.