Sweet Potato Pudding with Pecan and Gingersnap Topping

Sweet Potato Pudding with Pecan and Gingersnap Topping
Sweet Potato Pudding with Pecan and Gingersnap Topping
The technique: Eggs change everything: The yolks add richness and texture, and folding in beaten egg whites elevates the sweet potato casserole to new heights. The payoff: A sophisticated take on the classic marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole.
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  • Served Person: Makes 12 servings
Mixer Side Bake Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian High Fiber Pecan Sweet Potato/Yam Fall Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Kosher
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons orange marmalade
  • 3/4 cup half and half
  • 5 large egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
  • Carbohydrate 37 g(12%)
  • Cholesterol 77 mg(26%)
  • Fat 11 g(16%)
  • Fiber 4 g(16%)
  • Protein 5 g(11%)
  • Saturated Fat 4 g(22%)
  • Sodium 162 mg(7%)
  • Calories 260

PreparationFor topping: Toss first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Add butter; using fingertips, rub in until well blended. Cover; chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled. For pudding: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roast potatoes on baking sheet until tender, 45 to 60 minutes. Cool. Cut in half lengthwise. Scoop flesh into bowl; mash. Transfer 4 cups potatoes to large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13x9x2- inch baking dish. Add half and half and next 5 ingredients to potatoes. Using mixer, beat on low speed until blended. Season with salt and pepper. Add yolks 1 at a time, blending after each addition. Using clean dry beaters, beat whites in another large bowl until foamy. Add salt and cream of tartar. Beat until peaks form. Fold whites into potatoes; spoon into dish. Sprinkle with topping. Bake pudding until puffed and brown, about 45 minutes. Serve immediately.

PreparationFor topping: Toss first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Add butter; using fingertips, rub in until well blended. Cover; chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled. For pudding: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roast potatoes on baking sheet until tender, 45 to 60 minutes. Cool. Cut in half lengthwise. Scoop flesh into bowl; mash. Transfer 4 cups potatoes to large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13x9x2- inch baking dish. Add half and half and next 5 ingredients to potatoes. Using mixer, beat on low speed until blended. Season with salt and pepper. Add yolks 1 at a time, blending after each addition. Using clean dry beaters, beat whites in another large bowl until foamy. Add salt and cream of tartar. Beat until peaks form. Fold whites into potatoes; spoon into dish. Sprinkle with topping. Bake pudding until puffed and brown, about 45 minutes. Serve immediately.