January 15, 2010

AUNT MARTHA'S SWEET POTATO PUDDING

4 cups grated raw sweet potatoes 
1 1/2 cups sugar 
2 eggs, beaten

1/2 cup melted butter 
1 1/2 cups milk 
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes and sugar to mix. Add beaten eggs, melted butter, milk and nutmeg. Pour into a heavy casserole dish and bake covered at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove cover and bake for another 40 - 45 minutes, until lightly browned and crisp on top.