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Perfected Pumpkin Pie

Perfected Pumpkin Pie

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    okadots's Notes: This recipe came out of one of those nights when you just don't have all the ingredients that you need. I like to use fresh pumpkin (or at least pumpkin I prepared and always keep frozen...

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Makes 1 - 9 inch pie

  1. If you need to make the pumpkin puree: cut the pumpkin into quarters and scoop out the seeds. Place in a baking dish, face-down, with a 1/2" of water and cover with foil. Steam at 350° until tender (about 20 min). Let cool, scoop out pumpkin flesh and purée. After, puréeing, strain excess water out using a cheesecloth.

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  2. Preheat oven to 425°F

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  3. Line pie plate with crust.

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  4. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk together until smooth and blended

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  5. Pour the mixture into the crust

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  6. Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300°F. Bake about 45minutes or until firm.

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  7. Add a bit of fresh whipped cream with a little bit of brandy whipped in and enjoy!!!

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2 Comments on Perfected Pumpkin Pie

Oka_bday Reply

so glad you liked it!!!! :)

08270410avatar_messbrasil Reply

...and PERFECT IT IS!Thanks for posting it and helping a brazilian family on their first thanksgiving dinner.

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