Ingredients

  • 1-1/4 cups mashed cooked winter squash
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
  • Whipped cream, optional

Method

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Stir in milk. Pour into pie shell.
  • Bake at 450° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake for 50-55 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Serve with whipped cream if desired.