Thanksgiving isn’t complete without a Pumpkin pie or two gracing our dinner tables. Nowadays, it’s an extremely popular dessert that Americans enjoy every fall. But how did pumpkin pie begin to be associated with the Thanksgiving holiday?
Hundreds of years ago, early American settlers, known as the Pilgrims, were gifted pumpkins from Native American tribes.
The Pilgrims made pumpkin pies of sorts. They didn’t have access to flour so instead of making pie crusts, they hollowed out the inside of the pumpkin, filled it with custard, and roasted it over the fire.
It is now known as the original pumpkin pie. This kickstarted the tradition of serving the beloved dessert every year.
Colleen (@colleenscooking) on TikTok shared her version of the original pumpkin pie for viewers to recreate. It’ll be an excellent conversation starter and a great way to give your family a taste of history. Let’s get into the recipe!
Ingredients:
-A small sugar pumpkin about 5-6 inches in height and 12-15 inches in circumference
-3/4 cup of sugar
TikTok; pictured above is Colleen’s original pumpkin pie
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-3 large eggs and 4 egg yolks
-1/2 tablespoon of vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
-2 cups of heavy cream
-A teaspoon of cornstarch
-A pinch of salt
Directions:
First, Colleen uses a sharp knife to cut off the top of the pumpkin, and then she carves out a circular opening. Next, she scoops out the innards of the pumpkin. To make the custard portion, add sugar, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla, cornstarch, and salt into a bowl, then mix it all together. Next, pour the custard into the pumpkin, but make sure not to overfill it. Colleen recommends leaving about half an inch of space to allow the custard to rise.
Bake the pumpkin on a baking sheet at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. After 30 minutes, lower the oven’s temperature to 375 degrees and bake for another 20 to 30 minutes. Once the pumpkin cools, chill it in the refrigerator for at least four hours or even overnight. Serve your original pumpkin pie the next day and watch everyone’s faces light up at your creation.
If you’re a fan of creme brulee, you’re going to love this version of pumpkin pie. You can watch Colleen’s video on TikTok here.
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