Jan 25 2008
Southern Sweet Potato Pie
For those who’ve heard of sweet potato pie for years, but never tasted it, this is a great recipe for the Southern classic.
Makes One Pie Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 1 hour Chill Time: 2 Hours
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes* or yams
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup BeeHive or Crown Golden Corn Syrup
2 eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Spice Islands ground Saigon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon Spice Islands ground nutmeg
1 (9 inch/23 cm) unbaked deep-dish pie crust
MIX together mashed sweet potatoes, cream, corn syrup and eggs using a wire whisk. Add remaining ingredients; blend well.
POUR filling into pie crust. Place pie on a baking sheet.
BAKE in preheated 375°F//190°C oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until knife inserted in the center of pie comes out clean.
COOL on wire rack for 2 hours before serving.
RECIPE NOTE: To make mashed sweet potatoes, peel 1-1/2 pounds/750g sweet potatoes and cut into 2-inch/5 cm chunks. Place in a saucepan; cover with water and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are soft. Drain off water and mash in a mixer or food processor to get a smooth consistency. Cool before using.
Credit: www.newscanada.com
