Sweet Potato Pone

Name: Sweet Potato Pone
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled, grated; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 cup dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup evaporated milk; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground ginger; 1 tsp orange zest, finely grated; 1/2 tsp fine salt

A traditional spiced Southern casserole made with grated sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and aromatic spices baked until sticky and rich.

70 minEasyServes 8240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled, grated
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp orange zest, finely grated
1/2 tsp fine salt

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2

In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 2 beaten large eggs, and 1/2 cup evaporated milk until smooth.
3

Whisk in 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp finely grated orange zest, and 1/2 tsp fine salt.
4

Fold in 3 lbs peeled, grated sweet potatoes until completely coated with the spice mixture.
5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down into an even layer.
6

Bake for 50 to 55 minutes until the edges are dark golden brown and the center is set.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Sweet Potato Pone?

As written, 70 minutes: 20 of prep and 50 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 6, 55 minutes.

What oven temperature does Sweet Potato Pone need?

For Sweet Potato Pone, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 55 minutes, in step 6.

What can I use instead of molasses in Sweet Potato Pone?

The entry for Sweet Potato Pone calls for 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses. In its place: Dark corn syrup, or honey with a little brown sugar. The flavor will be lighter.

Is Sweet Potato Pone vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, 1/2 cup evaporated milk and 2 large eggs, beaten. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

Does Sweet Potato Pone contain eggs?

Yes: 2 large eggs, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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