Southern Sweet Potato Pie (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pie crust

01 - 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust

→ Filling

02 - 1-2/3 cups sugar
03 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
05 - Pinch of salt
06 - 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/2 cup butter, softened
09 - 1/4 cup light corn syrup
10 - 3/4 cup evaporated milk

→ Optional toppings

11 - Whipped cream

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Unroll the refrigerated pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and flute the edges.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the sugar, all-purpose flour, ground nutmeg, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, beat together the mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, softened butter, light corn syrup, and the dry ingredient mixture. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk until smooth.
04 - Pour the filling mixture into the prepared crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the filling is set.
05 - Cool the pie on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
06 - If desired, serve with whipped cream. Refrigerate leftovers.