Savory Sweet Potato Pie Delight

Savory Sweet Potato Pie Delight

This delightful sweet potato pie combines the richness of sweet potatoes with warm spices for a comforting dessert that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 3 large egg whites
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 whole pie crust

Method

1. Start by heating your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prep for baking.
2. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with softened butter, egg yolks, brown sugar, a pinch of salt, and spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, along with evaporated milk until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
3. In another bowl, whip the egg whites until they become stiff, then slowly incorporate 1/4 cup of sugar, carefully folding it into the sweet potato blend.
4. Pour the sweet potato filling into a pre-prepared pie crust and bake it in the hot oven for 10 minutes.
5. Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and let it bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pie reaches a firm consistency.