APPLE CHEDDAR PIE WITH SWEET POTATO CRUST

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This is great cold--also with a good salad and chutney. I've also taken it on picnics and the children have taken it in lunch boxes. It's also good weekend fare for when you're busy and everyone's in and out.

Provided by Norahs Girl

Categories     Pie

Time 3h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup melted butter
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 apple, peeled, cored and grated (I use a Granny Smith)
1/2 cup sweet wine (a dessert wine is best)
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups cream
1 pinch nutmeg

Steps:

  • Crust:.
  • In a bowl combine all ingredients; mix well.
  • Press dough into a large greased pie plate.
  • Filling:.
  • Marinate apple in wine for about 2 hours approx; drain well.
  • Sprinkle apple and cheese over base of pie crust.
  • Beat eggs and cream together; add nutmeg.
  • Pour into pie crust and bake for 180°C (350°F) for 45 minutes in a preheated oven.
  • Leave to stand in the plate for 15 minutes before cutting.

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