Mom’s Sweet Potato Casserole

6 c sweet potatoes
2 eggs
1/4 c brown sugar
1/4 c melted butter
1 t. salt
1 t cinnamon
*up to 1 c orange juice***

Topping:
1 c chopped pecans
1/4 c brown sugar
1/4 c melted butter

Mash cooked skinless sweet potatoes equaling 6 cups. Beat in two eggs. Add remaining ingredients and beat until fluffy. If the mixture appears too dry, add orange juice in small amounts not to exceed 1 cup until creamy but not too liquid. Place in 1 ½ or 2 quart casserole dish. Top with pecans, melted butter and brown sugar. Bake for 20 minutes at 375 degrees if potatoes are still hot. If it was prepared in advance you may need to bake longer.