GOLDEN SQUASH PIE

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Whether you take this yummy pie to a party or potluck, be prepare to share the recipe. An alternative to pumpkin pie, it bakes up high and flavorful.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 pies (6-8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 eggs
4 cups mashed cooked butternut squash
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
Ground nutmeg, optional

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the eggs, squash, buttermilk, butter and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to the squash mixture and mix until smooth. Pour into pastry shells. Cover edges loosely with foil. , Bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Remove foil. Bake 25 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with nutmeg if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.