1 stick butter
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
3 c. or 2 lg. cans (drained) mashed sweet potatoes

Mix all ingredients together. If using canned sweet potatoes, warm them first before putting in the butter, so it will blend better. Put in 1 1/2-quart casserole.

TOPPING:

3/4 c. self-rising flour or Bisquick
1/3 c. butter
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. pecans

In a small bowl mix all ingredients with your hands. Spoon on top of sweet potatoes. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serves 6.