A few months ago, I was lucky if I knew how to make boxed mac & cheese. Fast forward to present day and I am obsessed with cooking & experimenting in the kitchen! This way I have more control over what I am choosing to fuel my body with each day. I’ve searched through tons of recipes (I’m a pretty pick eater) and read reviews until my eyes were blurry to compile my favorite meals & sides. I’ve tried each and every one of these delightful dishes to take the guess work out of your meals.

Sweet Potato Casserole

I’ve made this dish for Thanksgiving and a holiday party. It was a H U G E hit. Prep time is 10 minutes- super easy to make & delicious!

Ingredients:
-2 (29 oz) cans of Sweet Potatoes
-1/4 cup butter
-2 Tbsp sugar
-2 1/2 Tbsp brown Sugar
-1 Tbsp orange juice
-2 eggs
-1 tsp vanilla extract
-1/2 cup skim milk
-pinch salt

Topping:
-3/4 cup pecans (chipped or halves)
-2/3 cup brown sugar
-1/4 cup flour
-1 tsp vanilla extra
-1/4 cup butter

Directions- Drain potatoes, add potatoes, butter, sugar, salt, brown sugar, milk, orange juice, eggs to slow cooker. Mix until smooth, In a small bowl- add toppings and fold in pecans. Spread over the top of potatoes in cooker. Cook on high for 2.5 hours or low for 4 hours. ENJOY!

Source: Chelsea’s Messy Apron