Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole

Cousin Marilyn Sherman wanted this after she moved to Orlando from Cincinnati.  Fortunately, Ruth Cris restaurant shares this recipe freely.

Makes 4 Servings

INGREDIENTS

Crust Mixture:

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans preferred)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Sweet Potato Mixture:

  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (or a large can of yams)
  • 1 egg, well beaten
  • 1/4 cup butter

PROCESS

  1. Combine Crust Mixture in mixing bowl and put to one side.
  2. Combine Sweet Potato Mixture ingredients in a mixing bowl in the order listed. Combine thoroughly.
  3. Pour Sweet Potato Mixture into buttered baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle Crust Mixture evenly onto surface of Sweet Potato Mixture.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes at 350°. Allow to set for at least 30 minutes before serving.