Mashed Sweet Potato Bake

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup brown sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
3. Add the butter, cream cheese, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice to the potatoes. Mash until smooth.
4. Spread the mashed sweet potatoes in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle the mixture over the mashed sweet potatoes.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
7. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber.
• The sweet potatoes in this dish can be replaced with yams.
• This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.