Ruth's Chris Steak House sweet potato casserole stands out among signature sides for its balanced savory sweetness, creamy interior, and crusty caramelized buttery pecan topping. The recipe avoids marshmallows, relying on texture contrast between smooth sweet potatoes and crunchy pecans. The casserole can be served as a side, dessert with ice cream, or as a breakfast treat. It reheats well and can be prepared in advance. Home cooks attempting copycat versions should prioritize replicating the pecan topping to match the restaurant's flavor profile. The dish's restrained sweetness and rich topping encourage finishing the plate in one sitting.
Though you may have tasted too-sweet casserole, the sweet potato casserole served at Ruth's Chris Steak House has found the right balance of savory sweetness that makes it difficult to place utensils back down onto the table. The founder of the steak house, Ruth Fertel, created this recipe, and it is no surprise that the delightful dish has become a lasting fixture on the menu. The creamy casserole dish is topped with a crusty caramelized layer of buttery pecans.
We certainly aren't the only ones who have fallen in love with this casserole. Ruth's Chris Steak House's sweet potato casserole is the kind of recipe that could be easily served with ice cream for dessert or be presented at the breakfast table for a sweet morning treat. Should you try to make this for yourself at home, the casserole could be made in advance and heated just prior to serving.
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