Ingredients

  • 3 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked and mashed
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 c. brown sugar
  • 1/2 c. melted butter
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • orange juice (up to 1 c.)
  • 1 c. pecan halves

Method

  • Use electric mixer on medium speed; blend in eggs with 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup melted butter.
  • Add cinnamon, salt and 2 tablespoons orange juice.
  • Beat until fluffy and moist.
  • If needed, add more orange juice.
  • Pour into 2-quart casserole; cover with pecans.
  • Sprinkle remaining sugar and butter; bake, uncovered, 20 minutes in oven at 375°.