Maryland White Potato Pie

An old and somewhat forgotten Maryland recipe. I made this from Mrs. John Owens' recipe in the Maryland's Way Cookbook. 

The texture is light and the sherry gives it a unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again. 

1 Pound Irish potatoes
2/3 Cup Country butter
3/4 Cup Sugar
Salt to taste
1/2 Cup Heavy Country Cream
1/2 Cup Milk
1/2 Teaspoon Baking powder
Juice and Rind of Lemon
Nutmeg to taste
1/4 Cup Sherry
4 Eggs

Cook potatoes, mashing them through a ricer when done. Add butter to hot potatoes and mix well, stir in sugar, salt, cream, and milk, then baking powder, lemon juice and rind, nutmeg and sherry. Beat eggs well and stir into potato mixture. Line a pie pan with thin pastry and fill with mixture. Bake in a moderate oven until firm and brown[350 for 45-55 minutes]. This Pie has been a favorite for many years at All Hallows Thanksgiving Dinner