Southern Bean Pie
Experience the soul-satisfying comfort of a classic **Southern Bean Pie**, a richly spiced dessert that’s as unique as it is delicious. Made with tender navy beans blended to a creamy perfection, this pie boasts a silky filling infused with the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Evaporated milk and melted butter lend a luxurious texture, while a touch of sweetness creates the perfect balance. Baked to golden-brown perfection in a flaky, unbaked pie crust, it’s an old-fashioned treat with a modern twist, ideal for holiday gatherings or soul food-inspired dinners. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and yielding two pies, this recipe is a delightful combination of tradition and convenience. Perfect for those searching for a unique dessert or a nod to Southern culinary heritage, this pie is bound to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Navy beans
- Water for boiling
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Evaporated milk
- 4 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 Unbaked 9-inch pie crusts
Instructions
Rinse the navy beans thoroughly. In a medium pot, add the beans and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the beans for 45-60 minutes or until they are completely tender. Drain and let them cool slightly.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a food processor, puree the cooked beans until smooth. If needed, add a tablespoon or so of evaporated milk to aid in pureeing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bean puree, melted butter, sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Using a whisk or an electric mixer, blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Place the unbaked pie crusts on a baking sheet. Evenly divide and pour the filling into the pie crusts.
Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven. Bake the pies for 45-55 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove the pies from the oven and let them cool to room temperature before serving. This will allow the filling to firm up slightly for easier slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.0 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.5 g | 418% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1012 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 2482 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 484.5 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 331.8 g | ||
| Protein | 70.4 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.0 mcg | 45% | |
| Calcium | 1037 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1978 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
