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Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potato pie is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a weekend dessert, sweet potato pie is always a crowd-pleaser. This delicious dessert is easy to make, and it’s a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. Here’s how to make the perfect sweet potato pie.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes

3/4 cup brown sugar

2 eggs

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1/2 tsp salt

1 cup evaporated milk

1 unbaked pie crust

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes and brown sugar. Mix well.

Add the eggs to the sweet potato mixture and beat until well combined.

Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the sweet potato mixture and mix well.

Gradually stir in the evaporated milk, stirring constantly.

Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked pie crust.

Bake the sweet potato pie for 55-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the sweet potato pie cool to room temperature before serving.

Tips:

To make mashed sweet potatoes, boil or roast sweet potatoes until tender, then mash them with a fork or potato masher.

For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a tablespoon of bourbon to the sweet potato mixture.

For a decorative touch, try using a fork to press the tines along the edge of the pie crust before baking.

Serve your sweet potato pie with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.

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