Aunt Peggy’s Sweet Potato Souffle

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Aunt Peggy’s Sweet Potato Souffle Aunt Peggy’s Sweet Potato Souffle Recipe Courtesy of

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Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 25 min
Difficulty: Easy

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Souffle:

3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes, from about 2 to 3 small baked potatoes
1 cup granulated sugar
3 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, about 1 stick, melted
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt

Topping:

1 cup packed light brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, about 1/2 stick, cubed, at room temperature
1/2 cup self-rising cake flour
1 cup chopped pecans

Directions

Souffle: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.

In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, butter, vanilla, and salt. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Topping: Combine the brown sugar, butter, flour, and pecans in a separate bowl. Crumble the topping over the sweet potato mixture.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the topping is golden brown. Serve hot.

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Reader Comments:

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I was quite disappointed. This dish is sooooo overloaded with sugar, and the milk made it too runny as well. My husband called it "dessert soup". Even our son, who clears the refrigerator when he comes over, didn't like it. Way too sweet.

By Jenny Conn on March 31, 2013

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I have to be honest. I hate sweet potato casseroles and very rarely give a 5 star rating. So believe me when I say this is a great recipe. Even as leftovers and the excitement of thanksgiving day behind me I find myself going back to snack on this sweet treat. If you love or hate sweet potato casseroles please try this recipe it doesn't dissapoint.

By Jackie Harroll on December 20, 2012

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I am looking for Bobby Deens sweet potatoe souffle that he and Jamie made on TV, I think it has bacon in it and I can't find it, can anyone help, thanks ahead of time

By Pat Anderson on December 06, 2012

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I made this dish for Thanksgiving and it was great.I got so mant compliments on and even someone wants me to fix them one for Christmas dinner. Just wanted to let you know it was the bomb.

By Erma J. Jeter on November 29, 2012

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Awesome recipe. I saw Paula cook this one on her show and knew I needed to try it. My 15 year old son LOVES for me to cook this. He goes crazy for it and I do too. I think I'm going to try adding this to a pie shellfor my friends who like sweet potato pie!!!

By sandycoils on November 26, 2012

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This is great!!!! I found it got better as the days went by. I am planning to add more butter to the topping, I would like it to be a little smoother, and not so sugary.

By Heather on November 20, 2012

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THIS IS AMAZING!!!!!!! Super easy to make, This is definitley going to be at all future family gatherings.

By anne shepherd on May 23, 2012

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This is a hit at any function I take it too. Even those that don't like sweet potatoes, myself included, love this dish. Never have to worry about leftovers with it. Thanks

By Tracy on December 23, 2011

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I want to try this for christmas. my problem is that I have two other dishes that need to be cooked at 350°. can this recipe be cooked at this temperature except for longer. how do I do this?

By charlotte on December 20, 2011

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My husbnd ad I were at "The Lady and Sons" and your store. I would love the recipe for the potato dish served on the buffet. I bought 2 cookbooks but did not know the Title of the dish. Please let me know where I can find the recipe. A friend also tried it recently on her visi and we would love to have the receipe if possible. I wait your reply if possible.

By Jackie on November 17, 2011

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HI PAULA I JUST LOVE YOUR DOWN HOME COOKING KEEP IT COMING HI BOYS CAN'T WAIT I AM THINKING ABOUT MOVING DOWN YOUR WAY HAVE A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY OOOH YA I FOR GOT CONGRADS ON NEW GRAND I HAVE TO TWO AND THEY ARE MY WHOLE I CRIED IN THE MIDDLE OF A RESTAURANT WHEN I WAS TOLD MY DAUGHTER WAS PREGNANT I TOO HAD A GRANDSON HE IS NOW 5 GOING ON 55 AND A GRAND DAUGHTER 2 OOOH MY GOD LOL PAULA IT IS GREAT TO A NANNA SMILE A GA GIRL

By vernita shaw on November 02, 2011

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Love ya. And all your wonderful recipes

By Christine dillard on November 01, 2011

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This is one of our families must haves for years. I have to make 3, 1 for my son, 1 with nuts in the topping and 1 without nuts for my husband who has Chrones disease. My son and I can make a meal on this alone. It is good enough to be a dessert. We love you Paula!!

By DeeDee Hankins on October 06, 2011

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How many calories are in a serving of the sweet potato souffle?

By Carla Porter on June 22, 2011

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Can you say 'YUM'!! Love, taste WonderfuL!!

By Deana Jean Smith on April 26, 2011

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I made this today and my family enjoys this so much. I am making this for Easter dinner.

By Sheryl Johnson on April 19, 2011

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By Lisa on December 22, 2010

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Tried this recipe for Thanks Giving, it was the best dish at the table. I had to make copies of the recipe for two of my guests. I will make this dish again, Thanks Pauls you are the best!

By Anonymous on December 07, 2010

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I have made this sweet potato recioe for many years now. My family and friends all say its not the holidays without it. It is a wonderful recipe and some say even if you don't like sweet potatoes you will love this!!!

By Anonymous on November 28, 2010

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Freaking ridiculously yummmy! The best dish this thanksgiving!! Thank you!

By Anonymous on November 25, 2010

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