Sweet Potato Pie

ere’s a classic Sweet Potato Pie recipe for you:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
• 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• ¾ cup evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the sweet potatoes:
   • Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into chunks.
   • Boil them in a large pot until tender (about 20-25 minutes).
   • Drain and mash until smooth.
3. Mix the filling:
   • In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes and melted butter. Mix well.
   • Add the sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger (if using), and salt. Beat until smooth.
4. Assemble the pie:
   • Pour the sweet potato mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
   • Smooth the top with a spatula.
5. Bake the pie:
   • Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
   • If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
6. Cool and serve:
   • Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing.
   • Serve with whipped cream, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Sweet Potato Pie!