DessertUnited States

Pumpkin Pie

Name: Pumpkin Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 750g Pumpkin; 350g Shortcrust Pastry; Dusting Plain Flour; 140g Caster Sugar; ½ tsp Salt; ½ tsp Nutmeg; 1 tsp Cinnamon; 2 Beaten Eggs; 25g Butter; 175g Milk; 1 tblsp Icing Sugar

Pumpkin Pie is a classic United States dessert that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully baked or prepared featuring Pumpkin, Shortcrust Pastry, Plain Flour, Caster Sugar, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Eggs, Butter, Milk and Icing Sugar, the components balance delicate sweetness and satisfying texture.

Enjoy warm or chilled alongside fresh vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for a comforting finish to your meal.

If you enjoy authentic United States cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Banana Pancakes.

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Ingredients

Pumpkin750g
Shortcrust Pastry350g
Plain FlourDusting
Caster Sugar140g
Salt½ tsp
Nutmeg½ tsp
Cinnamon1 tsp
Eggs2 Beaten
Butter25g
Milk175g
Icing Sugar1 tblsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

18 steps

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Step 1♨️ Boil

Place the pumpkin in a large saucepan, cover with water and bring to the boil.

Step 2🍲 Simmer⏱️ 15 mins

Cover with a lid and simmer for 15 mins or until tender.

Step 3

Drain pumpkin; let cool.

Step 4

Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4.

Step 5

Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and use it to line a 22cm loose-bottomed tart tin.

Step 6⏱️ 15 mins

Chill for 15 mins.

Step 7🥧 Bake⏱️ 15 mins

Line the pastry with baking parchment and baking beans, then bake for 15 mins.

Step 8⏱️ 10 mins

Remove the beans and paper, and cook for a further 10 mins until the base is pale golden and biscuity.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.

Step 10

Increase oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7.

Step 11

Push the cooled pumpkin through a sieve into a large bowl.

Step 12

In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, salt, nutmeg and half the cinnamon.

Step 13🥄 Mix

Mix in the beaten eggs, melted butter and milk, then add to the pumpkin purée and stir to combine.

Step 14⏱️ 10 mins

Pour into the tart shell and cook for 10 mins, then reduce the temperature to 180C/160C fan/gas 4.

Step 15🥧 Bake⏱️ 35-40 mins

Continue to bake for 35-40 mins until the filling has just set.

Step 16

Leave to cool, then remove the pie from the tin.

Step 17🥄 Mix

Mix the remaining cinnamon with the icing sugar and dust over the pie.

Step 18✨ Serve

Serve chilled.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Pumpkin Pie carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown pumpkin in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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