Sweet Potato Pie

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked sweet potatoes, mashed
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together mashed sweet potatoes, butter, sugars, evaporated milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix until everything is well combined and smooth.
3. Pour mixture into the prepared pie crust.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until filling is set and crust is golden brown.
5. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins A, C, and B6.
• Sweet Potato Pie is a traditional African-American dish.
• The dish is popular in the Southern United States.