African food, Eating like a real mukiga woman // #bakigafood.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar richness.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

marshmallows

🥗Healthier: toasted coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: whipped cream

Coconut flakes provide a crunchy texture without added gelatin.

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes.

Boil the sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain the sweet potatoes and return to the pot.

Add butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt to the sweet potatoes.

Mash the mixture until smooth and creamy.

Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a baking dish.

Top with marshmallows and pecans evenly over the surface.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the marshmallows are golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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