Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- 1 cup mashed blanna (green banana)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Pie dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato and blanna.
3. Add the brown sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix well with a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
5. Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set.
6. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
- This recipe makes 1 9-inch pie, which serves 8 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 22g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of brown sugar, you can use white sugar or honey.
- Instead of melted butter, you can use coconut oil or vegetable oil.
- Instead of milk, you can use almond milk or soy milk.
- Instead of ground cinnamon and nutmeg, you can use pumpkin pie spice.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the filling for extra crunch.
- You can top the pie with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- You can use a graham cracker crust instead of a traditional pie crust.
Tips and tricks:
- To make mashed sweet potato and blanna, peel and boil them until soft, then mash them with a fork or potato masher.
- Make sure the pie crust is fully baked before adding the filling to prevent a soggy bottom.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing to ensure clean slices.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover pie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the pie, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pie on a decorative pie dish or platter.
- Dust the top of the pie with powdered sugar or cinnamon for a finishing touch.
Garnishes:
- Top the pie with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts or fresh berries on top of the whipped cream or ice cream.
Pairings:
- Serve the pie with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
- Pair the pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a glass of cold milk.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve the pie with a side of roasted vegetables, such as brussels sprouts or carrots.
- Pair the pie with a side of mashed potatoes or rice.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pie filling cracks or separates, it may be overcooked. Check the pie at 35-40 minutes to prevent overcooking.
- If the pie crust is too brown before the filling is set, cover the edges with foil to prevent burning.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the sweet potato and blanna are fully cooked before mashing them.
- Store the leftover pie in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
- Blanna and sweet potato pie is a traditional Caribbean dessert that combines two staple ingredients in the region.
Flavor profiles:
- The pie has a sweet and slightly earthy flavor from the sweet potato and blanna, with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pie warm or at room temperature.
- Slice the pie into 8 equal pieces.
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