Stacy's Half Cup Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the butter, mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon and mix until well combined. Spread in baking dish.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, brown sugar, and flour and mix until well combined. Spread over the sweet potatoes.
4. Sprinkle the pecans over the top. Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Interesting Facts

• Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins A, C, and B6, as well as potassium and fiber.
• Pecans are a type of nut that are native to North America and are a good source of healthy fats.
• Cinnamon is a spice that can help regulate blood sugar levels and has many other health benefits.