Ingredients
– 2 pounds peeled and chunked sweet potatoes Forms the nutritious base of the casserole
– 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil Adds richness and helps blend the flavors
– ½ cup milk or plant-based alternative Provides creaminess and smooth texture
– 1 teaspoon paprika Brings a subtle earthy spice to the mix
– 2 teaspoons garlic powder Boosts the savory notes with aromatic depth
– ½ teaspoon salt Balances the flavors and enhances taste
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper Adds a gentle kick for extra zest
– 1 tablespoon honey or golden syrup Sweetens the topping for a nice contrast
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Offers fresh herb flavor and garnish
– ½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts Provides crunch in the topping
– ½ teaspoon olive oil Helps toast the topping evenly
– ⅛ teaspoon salt Seasons the topping just right
– Optional pinch of cayenne pepper Gives a hint of heat if you want it
Instructions
1-First, peel and chunk 2 pounds of sweet potatoes, then boil them until tender in a large pot.
2-Drain the sweet potatoes and let them steam in the pot to remove excess moisture.
3-In a separate pan, warm 2 tablespoons of butter or olive oil with ½ cup of milk, 1 teaspoon paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
4-Mash the sweet potatoes and stir in the warmed mixture until smooth and well combined.
5-Spread the mashed mixture evenly in a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish.
6-For the topping, mix ½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts, 1 tablespoon honey or golden syrup, ½ teaspoon olive oil, ⅛ teaspoon salt, and an optional pinch of cayenne pepper, then spread it over the casserole.
7-Bake at 320ºF for 15 minutes until the topping is toasted and aromatic.
8-Garnish with the remaining 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Last Step:
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🥄 Use olive oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version.
🌿 Fresh parsley adds vibrant color and fresh flavor — don’t skip it.
⏲️ Don’t overcook the topping; toast just enough to bring out walnut aroma without burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 171 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg