Mix first 6 ingredients in a bowl until potatoes are desired consistency. It's a preference thing, I just loosely mash the potatoes.

Optional: I separate mixture into two servings before adding the pecans (*nut allergies ).

Add pecans and mix well.

Place in casserole dish allowing about 1 inch for marshmallows. Place marshmallows about an inch apart on top of mixture.

Place in a 325* oven until the marshmallows are lightly toasted.