How to Make Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet potatoes can work as a side dish or a dessert.

Gluten-free foods have been gaining popularity as more people develop an allergy to gluten. But many foods are naturally gluten-free. Sweet potatoes, for instance, are hearty, packed with beta carotene and fiber, and offer a hint of sweet. Versions of the traditional Thanksgiving sweet potato casserole are easy to make without gluten.

Things You'll Need

• Large bowl
• 6 large cooked sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup softened butter
• 1 egg
• 4 Tbsp. brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/2 c. chopped pecans
• 1/2 c. orange juice
• 1 tsp. grated orange zest
• 1/2 c. pecan halves
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 9-inch square pan or casserole dish

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

2. Mash the sweet potatoes in a large bowl.

3. Add all of the remaining ingredients except the pecans.

4. Spread the casserole into a 9-by-9 casserole dish. Sprinkle the pecans on top.

5. Bake the casserole for 40 to 45 minutes or until set.

Tips & Warnings

• Make this dish a day ahead then store it unbaked and covered in the refrigerator. Add 5 to 7 minutes to the cook time when you bake it the next day.

• Serves 8 to 10 people.

References

• WH Foods: Sweet Potatoes