PECAN-TOPPED CARROT PIE

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People are often surprised to learn that carrots are the main ingredient in this tasty dessert. It's a different twist! -Darlene King, Estevan, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups sliced fresh carrots
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash salt
1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Add 1 in. of water to a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 9-11 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool., Place the carrots, milk, eggs, pie spice, cinnamon and salt in a blender. Cover and process until pureed; process 1 minute longer. Pour into pastry shell. Combine the pecans, brown sugar and butter; sprinkle over filling. , Bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean and edges are browned. (Cover edges of crust with foil during the last 20 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary.) Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

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Salma Afzal
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This pie was a labor of love, but it was worth it! The crust was perfect, and the filling was creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this pie for any special occasion.


Tora
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I was disappointed with this pie. The crust was dry and crumbly, and the filling was bland. I wouldn't recommend this pie to anyone.


Tichaona Dekwe
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This pie was delicious! The carrot flavor was subtle, and the pecan topping added a nice crunch. The crust was flaky and buttery. I would definitely make this pie again.


Rinoa Clemente
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I'm not a big fan of carrot pie, but this one was actually pretty good. The crust was nice and flaky, and the filling was smooth and creamy. I would definitely recommend this pie to anyone who likes carrot cake or carrot pie.


Kamryn Huff
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This pie was easy to make and turned out great! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this pie again.


Phillip
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This pie was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. The carrot and pecan flavors go so well together, and the filling is smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this pie!


Teboho Chongoa
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Not a fan. The pie was too sweet and the crust was soggy.


Harry Killar
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This pie was amazing! I loved the combination of carrots and pecans. The filling was creamy and smooth, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this pie again and again!


Rebecca Desmond
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The carrot pie was good, but not great. The filling was a bit too sweet for my taste, and the crust was a bit dry. I think I would have liked it better if I had used a different recipe for the crust.


Mehran Khan
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This carrot pie was a real treat! The pecan topping added a delicious crunch and sweetness to the pie. The filling was smooth and creamy, with just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this pie again!