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| 1 1/2 cups canned sweet potatoes (drained and mashed) 12 ounces evaporated milk 4 eggs 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon mace 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 ounce brandy 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 pound butter 24 graham crackers (2 individual packets) Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Crumble the graham crackers finely in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly with the butter into a dough. Press the dough into a 9 inch pie dish pressing the edges firmly into the corners and building up the sides. Place the eggs in a large mixing bowl and mix adding the sugar and spices. Add in the potatoes along with the milk, and brandy. Mix on high for about four to five minutes until the potatoes are fully incorporated and the mixture becomes smooth and thick. Pour the mixture into the pan. Place in the oven and bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to 300 degrees and bake for 60 minutes or until set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Serve cold or re-heated topped with whipped cream. Yield: 6 to 8 servings |
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