Beltane, a Gaelic festival, celebrates the coming of summer. The name derives from the Gaelic word for May. The holiday is celebrated on May 1 in Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man. Foods eaten represent the fertility of the Earth–eggs, creme and berries are prevalent. Sugar pie is a “summer” pie and reminiscent of pecan pie filling, minus the nuts. It was a huge hit with my children! It would be fabulous with some macerated berries alongside.
Ingredients:
1 8-inch pie crust, uncooked
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together all ingredients (other than pie shell) and stir until smooth. Pour into pastry shell.
3. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F and bake 45 minutes longer.
