Pumpkin Pie

 

Pumpkin pie is a classic dessert, especially popular during the fall and Thanksgiving season. Here's a simple recipe for a traditional pumpkin pie:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups canned pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar (as needed)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2-3 large eggs
• 1 1/4 cups evaporated milk or sweetened condensed milk
• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F.

2. Prepare the pie crust: Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish .

3. Mix the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Mix well.

4. Add eggs: Beat the eggs slightly and then add them to the pumpkin mixture. Mix until well combined.

5. Add milk: Gradually stir in the evaporated milk or sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is smooth.

6. Pour into pie crust: Pour the pumpkin mixture into the unbaked pie crust.

7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 - 20 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for an additional 40-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before serving. You can serve it at room temperature or chilled with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

Enjoy your delicious homemade pumpkin pie!