LMD Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 My first ever attempt at pumpkin pie is now in the oven. Pumpkin pie isn't really a thing here in Aus so I've never even eaten it. But I had some pumpkin left over from our harvest earlier this year, made some soup and 2 smallish pies. Do you like pumpkin pie? What do you have it with? Any secrets for the best recipes? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I love pumpkin pie, even though I don't make it myself. (My husband does.) I like it warm with a little whipped cream. We once did a "taste test" to see if canned pumpkin or fresh pumpkin was best in a pie, and decided they were both delicious. I hope you enjoy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMD Posted August 19, 2017 Author Share Posted August 19, 2017 Thanks! I have never seen canned available here. They look pretty good out of the oven now. Dh was just saying he's never had it either, though his mother makes another pumpkin dessert dish (like a strudel) so we like pumpkin dishes and anticipate enjoying this too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 DH and DS21 LOVE pumpkin pie. Getting the spices adjusted to your taste (or the tastes of the people you're making it for) is key, I think. They prefer to eat it chilled with whipped cream. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeAgain Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I love pumpkin pie! We've played around with the recipe to find what works for us. If not using canned pumpkin, then straining the puree an extra time is necessary. When I was a kid we used to cook, puree, freeze, and then strain when we thawed it.Powdered ginger is better than fresh in this case. Fresh makes it gritty feeling. Fresh nutmeg is better, though. You can cut the amount of sugar by a third and it will still taste the same. We don't put whipped cream on because I make it weekly for breakfast in October. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I love pumpkin pie. We eat it with whipped cream. And coffee!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluemongoose Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I think canned is not as good as fresh from the pumpkin...but I still like it from canned too. Also, I don't like whipped cream so I eat mine with vanilla ice cream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof1 Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 (edited) I love pumpkin pie. My Mom always makes it for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Pumpkin bread too. To me the crust is important. I only like my grandmother's crust recipe. Pumpkin pie with whipped cream. Always used the recipe on back of the Libbys pumpkin can. Edited August 19, 2017 by Mommyof1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I think canned is not as good as fresh from the pumpkin...but I still like it from canned too. Also, I don't like whipped cream so I eat mine with vanilla ice cream.But it's infinitely easier. 😋 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Peregrine Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 We don't put whipped cream on because I make it weekly for breakfast in October. I'm not seeing the problem. 😂😂😂 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I make pumpkin pie often. We all love it and eat it for both dessert and for breakfast. The kids and I like it with whipped cream, but dh eats it plain (weirdo - who doesn't like whipped cream? :confused1: ). I've made it several times using fresh pumpkin, but I actually prefer canned. Not only is it easier, but I think the texture is better with canned. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 Whipped cream on pie is a perfectly acceptable breakfast option in my house. Dh prefers his pumpkin pie with a glass of very cold fresh milk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I'm gonna lose my foodie card over this, but pumpkin pie is the sole reason I buy cool whip. Also, I grew up on my Mamaw's pies and her recipe calls for a bit more cinnamon-nutmeg-cloves-allspice than most, so other people's pies taste bland and wrong to me. She wasn't weirdly heavy-handed with spices. Hers is just the original recipe from the Libby's cans, but for whatever reason pumpkin pies mellowed out over time. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK_Mom4 Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I generally don't like pumpkin pies because the crust usually ends up soggy. That being said, I am perfectly happy to eat the filling with cool whip and toss the crust...... My contribution - this recipe is even yummier with fresh pumpkin puree, but works just fine with canned. I love these soft spicy cookies. http://www.food.com/recipe/best-pumpkin-cookies-185445 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 (edited) I don't make it in a crust---just the custard. I reduce the sugar by 1/3 or maybe 1/2 (can't recall right now) and serve it as a vegetable or as dessert or as breakfast. :) I am a purist. so no whipped cream. I like it room temp or cold. Edited August 19, 2017 by Laurie4b 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseball mom Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I generally don't like pumpkin pies because the crust usually ends up soggy. That being said, I am perfectly happy to eat the filling with cool whip and toss the crust...... My contribution - this recipe is even yummier with fresh pumpkin puree, but works just fine with canned. I love these soft spicy cookies. http://www.food.com/recipe/best-pumpkin-cookies-185445 Last time I baked pumpkin pie I had to much filling for the pie shell. Baked test in a dish with no shell. It was just as good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseball mom Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 When I 1st made pumpkin pie with fresh pumpkin dh frowned because it was a different color. Now he is spoiled to fresh pumpkin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RootAnn Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I have fresh brownies, homemade chocolate chip cookies, and DH's magnificent oatmeal raisin chocolate chip cookies all on my counter, but y'all have made me want to bake a pumpkin pie tonight. :leaving: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I'm not seeing the problem. 😂😂😂 Love this reply! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 I'm gonna lose my foodie card over this, but pumpkin pie is the sole reason I buy cool whip. Also, I grew up on my Mamaw's pies and her recipe calls for a bit more cinnamon-nutmeg-cloves-allspice than most, so other people's pies taste bland and wrong to me. She wasn't weirdly heavy-handed with spices. Hers is just the original recipe from the Libby's cans, but for whatever reason pumpkin pies mellowed out over time. Ooh I would love that recipe. My mamaw used to make pumpkin pie, but i find most bland these days. I bet she made that recipe too. Yeah, big fan of cool whip over here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMD Posted August 20, 2017 Author Share Posted August 20, 2017 Haha thanks for all the replies everyone! It turned out quite well! Everyone liked it. I did blind bake the crust but it was still a little soggy, dh preferred it that way. I realised belatedly that I didn't have any cream though, and I don't know what cool whip is - we don't have it here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMD Posted August 20, 2017 Author Share Posted August 20, 2017 The recipe I used called for evaporated milk. I didn't have any so substituted yoghurt. I will check out the recipes linked, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I love pumpkin pie. My Mom always makes it for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Pumpkin bread too. To me the crust is important. I only like my grandmother's crust recipe. Pumpkin pie with whipped cream. Always used the recipe on back of the Libbys pumpkin can. I agree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Haha thanks for all the replies everyone! It turned out quite well! Everyone liked it. I did blind bake the crust but it was still a little soggy, dh preferred it that way. I realised belatedly that I didn't have any cream though, and I don't know what cool whip is - we don't have it here. I think it is the canned stuff. I don't know what brand we have here, but mostly it's referred to as "fake cream" I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 My recipe uses maple syrup instead of sugar--yum! It's downright cruel to post this but not a recipe. I'm crazy for pumpkin pancakes with maple syrup so the thought of maple in pumpkin pie is making me drool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMD Posted August 20, 2017 Author Share Posted August 20, 2017 Ah, sweetened aerosol cream! Makes sense. :) I am actually enjoying the pie more as cold breakfast with coffee. Is it one of those things that improves over time? Yum. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanaqui Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Yes, it is. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartlikealion Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I love it. I think it would be good warm with a lump of ice-cream or cold with a lump of whip cream. Or by itself. Mmm. I usually eat it cold or room temp. Still remember one Thanksgiving a relative was put in charge of pie for Thanksgiving. My sister and I were upset he didn't bring pumpkin :laugh: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKL Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Pumpkin pie is the best, when it's made right. It needs just the right amount of spice, and not too much sugar. Eaten cool (refrigerated), served with or without whipped cream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Margaret- thanks so much! I usually make pumpkin pie with no crust, in ramekins. I can't WAIT to try this one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Cool whip is a disgusting nondairy whipped topping people substitute for actual whipped cream. I think it's made of edible plastic? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 (edited) I'm not seeing the problem. 😂😂😂lol me either. Love pumpkin pie, especially love it for breakfast with coffee and whipped cream (which also goes into aforementioned coffee, since I have it right there!). No real cooking tips except to be sure you spice it up. Bland pumpkin pie is not as satisfying as a well-spiced one. Eta I posted before reading other replies. Glad I'm not the only one to comment on spicing! Edited August 20, 2017 by Seasider 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof1 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I love pumpkin pie the best the morning after Thanksgiving. It's a tradition I started with my DD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Ooh I would love that recipe. My mamaw used to make pumpkin pie, but i find most bland these days. I bet she made that recipe too. Yeah, big fan of cool whip over here. Here ya go! http://libbyspumpkinpie.com This is for one pie, but it's the big 9"deep pie pan. If you plan on using store-bought crust, you'll have extra filling. You NEED the Libby's brand. The others don't taste the same. I made pumpkin pie from fresh pumpkins ONCE. It tasted exactly the same and wasn't worth the extra steps. If you use premade crust this is a super fast and super easy pie to make. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sneezyone Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I'm gonna lose my foodie card over this, but pumpkin pie is the sole reason I buy cool whip. Also, I grew up on my Mamaw's pies and her recipe calls for a bit more cinnamon-nutmeg-cloves-allspice than most, so other people's pies taste bland and wrong to me. She wasn't weirdly heavy-handed with spices. Hers is just the original recipe from the Libby's cans, but for whatever reason pumpkin pies mellowed out over time.I don't eat pumpkin, only sweet potato, but my grandma's old recipe is heavy on the spices too. It also calls for sweetened condensed milk and brown sugar, no evap, no white sugar, and lots of butter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I'm gonna lose my foodie card over this, but pumpkin pie is the sole reason I buy cool whip. Also, I grew up on my Mamaw's pies and her recipe calls for a bit more cinnamon-nutmeg-cloves-allspice than most, so other people's pies taste bland and wrong to me. She wasn't weirdly heavy-handed with spices. Hers is just the original recipe from the Libby's cans, but for whatever reason pumpkin pies mellowed out over time. I use more too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I generally don't like pumpkin pies because the crust usually ends up soggy. I do a gingersnap crust instead of regular pastry crust. Not soggy, and the ginger goes perfectly with the pie :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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