December 20, 2008
So, if you know me, then you know that I thoroughly enjoy a good pumpkin pie. It is by far my favorite. So I thought I'd post a wonderful ...
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Pumpkin pie is a traditional North American sweet dessert, a tradition during the fall and early winter especially for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The pumpkin is a symbol of harvest time and featured also at Halloween. The pie consists of a pumpkin-based custard, ranging in color from orange to brown, baked in a single pie shell, rarely with a top crust. The pie is generally flavored with nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and ginger. This pie is often made from canned pumpkin or packaged pumpkin pie filling (spices included); this is a seasonal product available in bakeries and grocery stores, although it is possible to find year-round.
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pie crust (ready-made pie crust or follow a pie crust recipe) |
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cup pumpkin puree (or substitue 16 ounce can pumpkin) |
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cup evaporated milk |
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cup sugar |
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teaspoon cinnamon |
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teaspoon nutmeg |
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pinch salt (optional) |
Step 1 |
If using a ready made pie crust that is fine but if not you need to make the pie crust first. |
Step 2 |
If using fresh pumpkin puree then follow a baked pumpkin puree recipe to create your puree before starting on the pie. |
Step 3 |
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Step 4 |
Add in the pumpkin, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the bowl. Beat lightly with an electric mixer or fork until combined. |
Step 5 |
Gradually stir in evaporated milk and continue to beat lightly with an electric mixer or fork until all ingredients are combined. Mix well. |
Step 6 |
Carefully pour the mixture into your unbaked pie shell or pie crust. |
Step 7 |
To prevent over-browning, cover edge of the pie with foil or use a pie crust shield. |
Step 8 |
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees, place your pie on the oven rack and bake for 10 minutes. |
Step 9 |
Now turn your oven to 375 degrees and bake for 20 minutes. (An additional 10-15 minutes might be needed depending on your oven) |
Step 10 |
Remove the pie from the oven and let stand for 5-10 before serving. |