Description

If you're looking for the perfect Thanksgiving side dish, look no further. It's will be the star of the side dishes, with a brown sugar and pecan topping that is to die for. It can be made in advance to save time and stress.

Ingredients

• 4-5 large sweet potatoes
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 c. evaporated milk, cream or half and half
• 1 t. vanilla extract
• 1/2 c. granulated sugar
• 1/2 t. salt
• 1/4 c. butter, melted
• Topping:
• 3 T. butter
• 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
• 1 c. light brown sugar
• 1 c. pecans, chopped

Steps

1. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot with enough water to cover the potatoes a little more than half way. There should be at least 3-4 inches of water. The water will not completely cover the potatoes.
2. Bring the water to a boil; turn heat to a medium simmer; simmer until they're fork tender, which may take 20-40 minutes depending on the size of the potatoes. Be careful because you don't want them to be mushy.
3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8x11 or 9x13 inch casserole dish.