"A riff on the classic sweet-potato-and-marshmallow Thanksgiving side, this not-too-sweet pie has a light, billowy topping; together, they make a perfect bite. Torching the topping is optional but adds toasty notes and great color...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp. ground ginger
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1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
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1/4 tsp. table salt
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1 cup evaporated milk
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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2 Tbs. unsalted butter, melted
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1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
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2 cups cooked, well-mashed sweet potatoes (from 2 large potatoes)
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1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought), blind-baked
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2 large egg whites
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup light corn syrup
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1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
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1/4 tsp. table salt
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1 tsp. pure vanilla extract