Savory Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
Are you looking for a Savory Sweet Potato Casserole? Look no more! This is a recipe of a delicious side dish that could be served for the holidays.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 224kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes uncooked or 6 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes
- 4-5 slices of ham chopped small
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon marjoram
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese mixture of Swiss and Gruyere works well
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- To cook the potatoes: either peel and cube them, then boil in salted water until soft; or peel, place in the microwave, and cook on high per your microwave's baked potato instructions.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, mash them and transfer to a large bowl.
- In a large skillet, warm the oil and toss in the chopped ham, cooking for 4-5 minutes. Add the onion, continuing to cook. Stir often until they turn golden brown, which should take around 10 minutes. Mix in the thyme and marjoram, then take the skillet off the heat.
- Add the cooked ham and onion mixture, melted butter, 1 cup of cheese, heavy cream, beaten egg, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the potatoes. Stir all the ingredients together well.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake until heated through, for about 30 minutes. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese and bake until melted, approximately 5 minutes or more.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- Potato Preparation: Ensure the potatoes are cooked thoroughly before mashing. They should be easily pierced with a fork.
- Cheese Selection: Swiss and Gruyere are recommended for a nutty flavor, but feel free to substitute with other melty cheeses like mozzarella or fontina.
- Herb Alternatives: If marjoram is unavailable, oregano is a good substitute.
- Mixing: Ensure all ingredients are well combined in the large bowl before transferring to the baking dish.
- Serving: This casserole pairs well with various meats and makes a hearty side for any holiday meal.
- Storage: Leftovers can be covered and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare the potato mixture a day in advance, refrigerate, and bake the next day, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 537mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 11071IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 1mg