How To Make The Best Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans - California Grown

Ingredients

• 5 pounds California sweetpotatoes (halved lengthwise)
• 1/4 cup rosemary leaves
• 1/4 cup whole fresh sage leaves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, (divided)
• 2 large shallots (peeled and roughly chopped)
• 2 cups pecan pieces, (toasted)
• 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 2 large eggs (beaten )
• 1 2/3 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• zest of 1 lemon