Name: Old Fashioned Pumpkin Pie
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Pie crust; 0.75 cup Sugar; 0.5 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice; 2 Eggs; 15 ounces Pumpkin puree; 12 ounces Evaporated milk

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Old Fashioned Pumpkin Pie

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425℉.

Combine sugar, salt and Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend in small bowl.

In a large bowl, beat eggs lightly.

Stir in pumpkin puree and spice/sugar mixture.

Slow stir in evaporated milk.

Pour into prepared pie shell.

Bake for 15 minutes.

Reduce temperature to 350℉ and bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean.

Cool on wire rack for 2 hours.

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pre-Bake Your Crust 🥧
Blind bake the pie crust for 8-10 minutes at 425°F before filling to prevent a soggy bottom and ensure a crispy, golden shell.
Strain Your Pumpkin Puree 🎃
Press canned pumpkin puree through a fine-mesh strainer for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, creating a denser, more flavorful filling with better texture.
Temper Your Eggs First 🥚
Whisk eggs separately and slowly add the hot milk mixture while whisking constantly to prevent scrambling and achieve a silky, smooth custard filling.
Use the Water Bath Method 💧
Bake your pie in a water bath at 425°F for 15 minutes, then 350°F for 40-50 minutes to ensure even, gentle cooking and prevent cracking on top.
Test with a Knife, Not a Toothpick 🔪
Insert a thin knife 1 inch from the edge—it should come out clean while the very center still jiggles slightly, as residual heat will finish cooking the pie perfectly.