Maple Syrup Pie

Not many dishes exemplify true Canadian goodness like the Maple Syrup Pie, known as Tarte Au Sirop D’Erable in French.  Served around the holidays, or for special occasions, this simple-to-make pie is both beautiful and delicious. My Grand-Mother probably would not approve of this microwaveable version, but those of us who have a limited amount of time to bake will be thankful. 

Pie Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 1/4 cups whole milk
• 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
• 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1  9-inch Press-In Shortbread Pie Crust, baked

Pie Directions:

1. Place all pie ingredients, except for the crust, in a large, microwaveable bowl. Whisk well to incorporate all the ingredients. Note that there will initially be lumps due to the butter.
2. Microwave on high for 9 minutes, whisking every 2 minutes to smooth out the mixture.
3. Pour mixture into the baked pie crust and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Serves 8-10.

Notes:  Pie can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated up to 4 days.  If doubled or tripled, the pies can easily be frozen wrapped in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil.