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Sweet Potato Pie
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups of mashed sweet potatoes
- 3/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup of evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of mashed sweet potatoes, 3/4 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, beat 2 eggs and mix in 1 cup of evaporated milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the egg mixture to the sweet potato mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F and continue baking for 40-45 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving. Enjoy!
Sweet potato pie has a rich history dating back to the 18th century in the southern United States. This beloved dessert is a staple of Southern cuisine, with its roots in African and Native American culinary traditions. The pie features a creamy, spiced sweet potato filling in a flaky crust, often topped with whipped cream or pecans. Notable chefs and restaurants, such as Sylvia's in Harlem, have put their own spin on this classic dish, adding to its popularity. Today, the best sweet potato pie can be found in soul food restaurants across the South, where the key to a perfect pie lies in the balance of spices and the quality of the sweet potatoes.
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350 calories
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