Sweet Potato Delight

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) cooked and mashed sweet potatoes 2 cups (400g) cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
• 1 cup (200g) brown sugar 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) evaporated milk 1 cup (240ml) evaporated milk
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 9-inch (23cm) unbaked pie crust 1 9-inch (23cm) unbaked pie crust

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 42g, 28g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Mix well.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add the beaten eggs, evaporated milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the sweet potato mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.
4. 4.
   Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust, spreading it evenly.
5. 5.
   Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
6. 6.
   Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Sweet potatoes — Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and have a deep orange color. Boil or bake them until they are tender and easily mashed.
• Evaporated milk — If you prefer a lighter version, you can use low-fat evaporated milk instead of the regular one.
• Pie crust — You can use a store-bought pie crust for convenience, or make your own using a traditional recipe.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of indulgence, top the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• To enhance the flavor, you can add a tablespoon of bourbon or rum to the filling mixture.
• If you prefer a spicier pie, increase the amount of ginger or add a pinch of cloves.
• Make sure to let the pie cool completely before slicing to allow the filling to set properly.
• Leftover pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve the Sweet Potato Delight at room temperature or slightly warmed. It pairs well with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a glass of cold milk.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the pie with a sprinkle of cinnamon or powdered sugar. You can also garnish it with a few pecan halves or a drizzle of caramel sauce.