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Maple Squash Pie

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The Editors
Yield
6 to 8 servings
Category
Pies and Pastries
Course
Desserts
Preparation Method
Bake
Sources
The Nine Seasons Cookbook
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If you like pumpkin pie, you will like squash pie! And this recipe for Maple Squash Pie adds a touch of sweetness with real maple syrup.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cooked winter squash or pumpkin puree
1-1/3 cups pure maple syrup
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon melted butter
2 eggs, beaten
1 unbaked 9-inch or 20-inch pie shell
Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Stir together the cornstarch, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Beat into the squash. Add the maple syrup, milk, and butter and mix. Stir in the beaten eggs. Pour into the pie shell. Bake for 15 minutes. Lower the heat to 325 degrees and continue baking for 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted 1 inch from the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to set for at least 10 minutes. Serve warm or cooled. Top with whipped cream, if desired.

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