Classic Pumpkin Pie
Smooth, warmly spiced pumpkin custard in a flaky crust. The Thanksgiving essential.
Prep15 min
Cook1 hr
Total1 hr 15 min
Serves8
Calories~320 / serving
Smooth, warmly spiced pumpkin custard in a flaky crust. The Thanksgiving essential. This one takes 1 hr 15 min start to finish and serves 8. It earned a spot in our Thanksgiving deck because the steps are simple and the ingredients are easy to find.
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Why you'll love it
- Ready in 1 hr 15 min
- Everyday ingredients, most of them already in your pantry
- Tagged: thanksgiving, holiday, vegetarian, make-ahead
Our best tip: Many store-bought pie crusts are made with lard, so check the label and choose an all-butter or vegetable-shortening crust.
Holiday food safety: thaw turkey in the fridge, cook it to 165°F (74°C), bake stuffing in its own dish, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. Use leftover turkey within 3 to 4 days or freeze it.
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Classic Pumpkin Pie
Prep15 min
Cook1 hr
Total1 hr 15 min
Calories~320 / serving
Servings8
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or an all-butter store-bought crust)
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and fit the crust into a 9-inch pie plate, crimping the edge.
- Whisk the pumpkin, brown sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, spices and salt until smooth. Pour into the crust.
- Bake 15 minutes, then lower the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake 40 to 45 minutes more, until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
- Cool completely on a rack, at least 2 hours, then refrigerate. Serve with whipped cream.
Notes: Many store-bought pie crusts are made with lard, so check the label and choose an all-butter or vegetable-shortening crust. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Calories are an estimate per serving, worked out from the listed ingredients. Brands and portions vary.
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