Sweet Potato Pie with Pecans

Ingredients and Weight:

• Sweet potatoes: 3 pounds (1.36 kg)
• Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
• Light brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons (10g)
• Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• All-purpose flour: 1/4 cup (30g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
• Milk: 1 cup (240ml)
• Eggs: 2 large
• Heavy cream: 1/4 cup (60ml)
• Butter: 1/4 cup (60g), melted
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Pecans: 1 cup (120g), chopped

Preparation Time:

1 hour

Cooking Time:

1 hour 20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into chunks.
3. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
4. Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them until smooth.
5. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and salt. Mix well.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, heavy cream, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
7. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
8. Pour the filling into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate.
9. Sprinkle the pecans on top.
10. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per slice
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Dietary fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful sweet potato filling
• Crunchy pecan topping
• Golden brown crust
• Perfect for special occasions or dessert parties

User Comments:

• "This sweet potato pie was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner!"
• "The pecans added a nice touch of crunch and sweetness."
• "The filling was perfectly creamy and flavorful."
• "I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great sweet potato pie recipe."
• "This is the best sweet potato pie I've ever had!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a deep-dish pie plate, you can use a regular pie plate. Just make sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
• Don't overmix the filling, as this can make the pie tough.
• If the filling starts to bubble over during baking, cover the edges of the pie with foil.
• Let the pie cool completely before serving.