Sorghum Molasses Pie

This is an adaptation of an old Appalachian recipe. While similar to Shoo Fly Pie, is does have a slightly different flavor profile.

This recipe makes 1 9-inch pie

Whatcha Need:

• 1 uncooked pie shell
• 5 eggs
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/3 cups sorghum molasses
• 1 Tablespoon melted butter
• juice of one lemon
• pinch of nutmeg

Whatcha Do:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a medium bowl, beat eggs until smooth.
3. Add sugar, sorghum, butter, lemon juice and nutmeg. Beat for 1 more minute.
4. Pour mixture into pie shell and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center come out clean.
5. Allow pie to cool before cutting.