Best 3 Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie Recipes
As the autumn season approaches, many home bakers and culinary enthusiasts turn their attention to crafting the perfect pilgrim pumpkin pie, a traditional dessert that evokes the spirit of Thanksgiving and the fall harvest. This delectable treat, featuring a rich, creamy pumpkin filling encased in a flaky, golden crust, has been a staple of American cuisine for centuries. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the process of creating an exceptional pilgrim pumpkin pie, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of pie making.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
THE PILGRIM FATHER'S ORIGINAL PUMPKIN PIE - NORFOLK MILLION PIE
This is a very old English pumpkin pie recipe from Norfolk in East Anglia; it would have been known as Norfolk million pie - million being the old English word for a melon, marrow, pumpkin or any kind of gourd or squash. Please note, this is not the same as most of the modern North American pumpkin pie recipes, but is based on the original recipe from the 15th/16th century. As many of the Pilgrim Father's originated from East Anglia, this recipe undoubtedly crossed the Atlantic with them, and was probably served at their Thanksgiving dinner for the first harvest in the New World - pumpkins being in abundance there! You can use marrow or squash in this pie if you wish, it works just as well as it would have done in the 15th/16th Century! Please note, this recipe uses fresh pumpkin.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Pie
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 Pumpkin Pie, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the pumpkin in a colander over a pan of boiling water and steam for about 20 minutes or until tender. Mash to a pulp and allow to cool.
- Grease and line a 10 - 12" diameter round tin with the shortcrust pastry and reserve the trimmings for decoration.
- Prick the base, line with greaseproof paper and baking beans. Bake at 375F, Gas Mark 5, 190C for about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Remove the beans and paper and bake for a further 5 minutes.
- Whisk the eggs and sugar together with the nutmeg, ginger and ground cinnamon.
- Fold in the mashed pumpkin, currants or raisins and 4 tablespoons of milk and pour into the pastry case.
- Roll out the pastry trimmings and cut into strips with a pastry wheel.
- Brush the strips and the pastry edges with the remaining milk and position strips in a criss-cross lattice pattern over the pie top.
- Bake at 375F, Gas Mark 5, 190C for about 30 to 40 minutes, or until filling has set.
- Cut into wedges and serve warm or cold with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 107.5, Sodium 230.8, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 18.7, Protein 7.1
PILGRIM PUMPKIN PIE
Steps:
- Place crust in pan; crimp edges and prick base with fork several times. Refrigerate for several hours. Heat oven to 425. Combine sugar, salt and spices. Mix in pumpkin, evaporated milk and eggs and beat until smooth. Pour into pie crust and bake at 425 for 25 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 and bake for 25-30 minutes. Pie is done when knife inserted in middle comes out clean. Cool; refrigerate for several hours before serving. Note: don't overdo sugar or spices - could cut back on all slightly.
PILGRIM PUMPKIN PIE
My husband never liked pumpkin pie until he tasted mine. I don't know what makes mine so different but here is the recipe. White sugar may be used in place of honey.
Provided by Fern
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- To Make Pastry: In a large bowl, mix together flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 2 teaspoons salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.
- In a small bowl whisk together vinegar, 1 egg, and ice water. Pour into flour mixture and stir until dough forms a ball. Divide into 4 portions. Freeze 3 of them or use for other pies. Reserve one for Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie.
- To Make Pumpkin Filling: In a large bowl, combine 2 beaten eggs, pumpkin, 3/4 cup honey or sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, cloves, and evaporated milk. Mix well.
- Roll out pastry and fit into a 9 inch pie plate. Pour in pumpkin filling.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake an additional 45 minutes, until filling is set.
- To Make Honey Ginger Cream: In a large bowl combine whipping cream, 1/4 cup honey, and 1/2 teaspoon ginger. Whip until soft peaks form. Chill 1 hour before serving. Place a spoonful on top of each slice of pie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1076.8 calories, Carbohydrate 96.1 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 73.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 27.9 g, Sodium 976.5 mg, Sugar 43.5 g
Tips:
- Use Fresh Pumpkin: Fresh pumpkin puree gives a richer flavor than canned puree.
- Roast the Pumpkin: Roasting the pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness.
- Use a Food Processor: A food processor makes it easy to get a smooth and creamy filling.
- Don't Overfill the Pie Crust: The filling will expand as it bakes, so don't overfill the pie crust.
- Bake Until the Center is Set: The center of the pie should be set but still slightly wobbly when you take it out of the oven.
- Let the Pie Cool Completely: The pie needs to cool completely before serving so that the filling can set properly.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin pie is a classic fall dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With these tips, you can make a perfect pumpkin pie every time. Whether you prefer a traditional pumpkin pie or a more unique variation, there's a recipe in this article that's sure to please everyone at your table. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, and let's get baking!
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