MAPLE SYRUP PIE

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Maple syrup pie is completely traditional and homey Québécois fare. Achingly sweet? Not at all. The heavy cream moderates the sweetness of the maple syrup. The cornstarch thickens the mixture. That's it. A novice could obtain a baked pie shell and be done with the dish in less than a quarter-hour.

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories dessert

Time 10m

Yield One 9-inch pie (6 to 8 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 cups maple syrup
1 cup heavy cream
1 baked single 9-inch pie crust
Whipped cream for topping

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water. Mix until smooth. Add maple syrup and heavy cream, and mix until well blended.
Place pan over medium heat, and cook, stirring, until mixture comes to a boil. Cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Pour filling into pie shell, and allow to cool at room temperature until set, about 1 hour. Top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 399, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 136 milligrams, Sugar 37 grams