Best 5 Kershaw Squash Pie Recipes
In the realm of culinary delights, the Kershaw Squash Pie stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This delectable pie, deeply rooted in Southern tradition, is a symphony of sweet and savory notes, where the delicate flesh of roasted kabocha squash intertwines with the aromatic spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Enrobed in a flaky, golden crust, each slice of Kershaw Squash Pie offers a captivating journey for the taste buds, leaving a lasting impression of comfort and warmth. The article presents a collection of recipes that explore diverse culinary interpretations of this classic dish, ranging from the traditional to the contemporary. Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of crafting the perfect Kershaw Squash Pie, ensuring a memorable and satisfying experience for your taste buds.
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OLD-FASHIONED CUSHAW PIE
Early in the summer, I found an unknown plant growing in my front garden. Think it might be a squash vine, I let it grow and discovered cushaws! Sweet like pumpkins but very green, they make perfect, delectable pies.
Provided by SouthernSon
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add squash, cover, and steam until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Blend squash in a blender until smooth. Pour 6 cups squash puree into a large mixing bowl. Reserve any extra squash puree for a separate use.
- Stir cream, honey, eggs, molasses, cinnamon, ginger, 1 teaspoon salt, allspice, and nutmeg into 6 cups squash puree; whisk until smooth. Cover and set aside.
- Mix flour and 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl. Cut butter into flour mixture; add water and mix well. Add more flour to dough if it is too wet. Cut dough in half and roll onto a floured work surface; form into two 10-inch circles. Press dough into 2 pie pans and pour squash filling into each.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 131.8 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 398 mg, Sugar 31.7 g
KERSHAW SQUASH PIE
I decided to grow a bunch of kershaw pie and had no idea what to do with them. A friend of my grandparents told me about this recipe and I had to try it.
Provided by Samantha Bideau
Categories Pies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 450*.
- 2. Stir together kershaw and cream; add beaten eggs and mix well. Add sugar, flour, salt, nutmeg, and allspice. Mix well.
- 3. Blend in lemon extract and butter.
- 4. Pour mixture into pie shell; bake 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350* and bake an additional 40 minutes
KERSHAW SQUASH PIE
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450*. Stir together kershaw and cream; add beaten eggs and mix well. Add sugar, flour, salt, nutmeg, and allspice. Mix well. Blend in lemon extract and butter. Pour mixture into pie shell; bake 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350* and bake an additional 40 minutes.
CUSHAW PIE
This is a family recipe from the kitchen of my much-missed mamaw, Avis. Nothing says "holiday" to me like cushaw pie, and I never even had regular pumpkin until much later in life (and have always preferred cushaw)! Note: Cushaws are often sold as decorative gourds, but they're entirely edible and taste kind of like pumpkin, but milder. They're orange-and-white striped when they're unripe, and green-and-white striped when they're ready to cook. (PREP TIME does not include cooking or draining the cushaw.)
Provided by Lena6135
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 pie, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sift together sugar and spices and add to cooked, pureed squash.
- Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Add cream and mix well.
- Bake in unbaked pie shell 10 minutes at 450, then 40 minutes at 350. (If you use a deep dish pie crust, add an additional 15-20 minutes to the last leg of cooking.).
- Pie is done with the edges are set and brown but the middle still has just a bit of movement, like a custard. A knife or toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Cool completely on a rack before cutting or refrigerating. Can be eaten immediately, refrigerated for a few days, or frozen for later enjoyment.
- COOKING THE SQUASH:.
- Cushaw is easiest cooked by cutting it length-wise (this will take a little muscle and a serrated knife or small, clean hand saw), removing the inner pulp and seeds, and then baking the hull, skin still on, in a 350 degree oven on a lined baking sheet. It's done when the flesh is soft and the skin slides off easily - about 1 hour.
- It can be cooked more quickly by slicing the gourd lengthwise, then cutting away the rind and cutting the cushaw flesh into chunks. Boil or steam until fork-tender.
- Puree the cooked cushaw flesh, rind/skin removed, in a food processor or blender in small batches until it is smooth and lump-free. You can also use a potato masher for a more rustic feel, but the resulting pie will be more lumpy, rather than a smooth, custard-like texture.
- Be sure to drain the cushaw thoroughly or the pie will end up too watery. I usually put the cooked, pureed pulp in a strainer, place the strainer over a bowl, and then cover and refrigerate overnight.
- One cushaw will render enough pulp to make several pies, depending on the size. The leftovers freeze wonderfully in 1 cup portions and will save you from having to process it all again next time!
SQUASH PIE
A wonderful use for fall squash. If there is too much filling, surplus may be baked in custard cups set in pan of hot water. Do not bake together with the pie, because the steam from the water will make the pie soggy.
Provided by Carol
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash Winter Squash Butternut Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). In a small saucepan, cover squash cubes with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and mash. Measure out 2 cups of mashed squash and refrigerate remaining leftover amount.
- Mix sugar, salt, and spices. Blend in milk, squash, eggs, and butter or margarine. Pour filling into unbaked pie shell.
- Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 40 minutes, or until a knife blade inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 78.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 202.3 mg, Sugar 30.5 g
Tips:
- For a creamier filling, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- If you don't have ground cloves, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
- To make the pie ahead of time, bake it and let it cool completely. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, let it come to room temperature for 1 hour before serving.
- You can also freeze the pie for up to 2 months. To freeze, bake the pie and let it cool completely. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer bag. When you're ready to serve, thaw the pie in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for several hours.
Conclusion:
Kershaw squash pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give Kershaw squash pie a try.
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