SPICED PUMPKIN CUSTARD PIE

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If you get nervous about making pie crusts, this recipe is for you. All you have to do is pat the nutty, gingery crumb crust into the pie plate.-Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
7 tablespoons shortening
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon ice water
FILLING:
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
Whipped cream, optional
Additional ground cinnamon, optional

Steps:

  • Place pecans in a food processor; cover and process until finely ground. In a large bowl, combine the pecans, flour, ginger and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, spices and salt until smooth. Beat in pumpkin. Gradually beat in milk. Pour into crust., Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover edges with foil during the last 15 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary. Cool on a wire rack. Garnish with whipped cream and additional cinnamon if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Roaming Rick
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This is the perfect pumpkin pie recipe! I've tried many others, but this one is the best.


sophie m
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This pie is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Omuhle Mwisi
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this pie without any problems. It's a great recipe for beginners.


md surujjaman
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This pie is a bit more time-consuming to make than some other pumpkin pies, but it's worth the effort. The results are delicious.


Rajaji RN Yadav
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I've made this pie several times and it always turns out great. It's a perfect dessert for the holidays.


MM Lizarte
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pie turned out perfect. I would highly recommend it.


Sue Mowla
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I made this pie for my family and they all raved about it. I will definitely be making it again.


Rehmanjigar Rehman
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin pie, but I really enjoyed this spiced pumpkin custard pie. The spices give it a nice depth of flavor.


Arjun Malla
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This is the best pumpkin custard pie recipe I've ever tried. The crust is flaky and the filling is smooth and creamy.


Jack Danielx
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My pumpkin custard pie was a hit! I made it for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it.