"When it comes time to celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa, these hearty southern-style pies are always part of Alexis Rainbow's festivities. Daughter Ariana, 10, helps Alexis bake the family recipe--passed down four generations from great-grandmother Nancy Hite...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 large sweet potatoes, about 12 oz. each
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1/4 cup butter, softened
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3 large eggs
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1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
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2 tsp. nutmeg (or a combination of favorite pumpkin spices, such as cinnamon, cloves and allspice)
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12 oz. evaporated skim milk or light cream
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Unbaked pie dough (enough to make three single crusts)