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Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie

A simple and delicious pumpkin pie perfect for Thanksgiving, made with minimal ingredients and effort for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Holiday, Thanksgiving
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Filling
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves For added flavor
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 can (12 fl oz) evaporated milk For creaminess
  • 1 9-inch unbaked pie shell

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then stir them into the sugar/spice mixture.
  4. Add the pumpkin puree and mix well.
  5. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk.
  6. Pour the mixture into your unbaked pie shell.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake for another 40 to 50 minutes until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  3. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and optional caramel sauce or cinnamon. For leftovers, keep covered in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.