Sweet potato pineapple bake is hearty casserole into a side dish with a tropical twist. It’s sure to be a big hit during the holidays when served along with roasted poultry or a festive baked ham. from Ruth Beers, Larkspur, Colorado

Ingredients 

3 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes

1/2 cup each sugar and milk

1/4 cup butter, melted

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dash salt

TOPPING:

1/4 cup each sugar and all-purpose flour

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple,

undrained

1/4 cup butter, melted

2 eggs

Method 

1 In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour into a lightly greased 9-in. square baking dish. Combine the topping ingredients; pour over potato mixture.

2 Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Yield: 8-10 servings.