Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie
Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie is a vegetarian recipe with 10 servings. This recipe covers 18% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 11g of protein, 58g of fat, and a total of 778 calories. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Thanksgiving. Head to the store and pick up distilled vinegar, ground cinnamon, pumpkin puree, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
To Make Pastry: In a large bowl, mix together flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 2 teaspoons salt.
Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.
In a small bowl whisk together vinegar, 1 egg, and ice water.
Pour into flour mixture and stir until dough forms a ball. Divide into 4 portions. Freeze 3 of them or use for other pies. Reserve one for Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie.
To Make Pumpkin Filling: In a large bowl, combine 2 beaten eggs, pumpkin, 3/4 cup honey or sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, cloves, and evaporated milk.
Roll out pastry and fit into a 9 inch pie plate.
Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Bake an additional 45 minutes, until filling is set.
To Make Honey Ginger Cream: In a large bowl combine whipping cream, 1/4 cup honey, and 1/2 teaspoon ginger. Whip until soft peaks form. Chill 1 hour before serving.
Place a spoonful on top of each slice of pie.