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La Comedia Sweet Potato Souffle Recipe
Sophia smith

La Comedia Sweet Potato Souffle Recipe

This La Comedia Sweet Potato Souffle recipe is my go-to holiday side dish, creamy, velvety sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy pecan streusel that melts in your mouth. Inspired by the famous La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Ohio, this recipe balances rich sweetness with nutty texture, creating a crowd-pleasing favorite for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 8
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: , Southern, American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Filling
  • 4 cups sweet potatoes, mashed (about 4–5 medium sweet potatoes)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ stick butter, melted (about 2½ tablespoons)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pecan Topping:
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped

Video

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making this La Comedia Sweet Potato Souffle, having the right tools ensures a smooth, stress-free cooking experience:
  1. Potato Masher or Hand Mixer: To mash the sweet potatoes until perfectly smooth.
  2. Mixing Bowls: Separate bowls for the filling and the topping.
  3. Measuring Cups & Spoons: Accuracy is key for the right texture and flavor.
  4. 2-Quart Baking Dish: The ideal size for even baking and a beautiful presentation.
Rubber Spatula: For scraping every last bit of that delicious filling into the dish.