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Classic Sweet Potato Pie

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A traditional Southern sweet potato pie with a silky, spiced filling baked in a flaky crust, perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 9-inch pie crust, unbaked
  • 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 2 large)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix well.
  3. Stir in the beaten eggs, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until the filling is smooth.
  4. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • For a smoother filling, you can press the cooked sweet potatoes through a sieve before mashing.
  • If you don’t have fresh sweet potatoes, canned sweet potato puree can be used, but adjust the liquid slightly if needed.
  • This pie is delicious served chilled or at room temperature.

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