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Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Streusel Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 9-inch pie crust
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Pie dish
- Oven

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie crust and smooth out the top.
4. In another mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Sprinkle the pecan streusel over the pumpkin mixture.
6. Bake the pie for 40-45 minutes or until the filling is set and the streusel is golden brown.
7. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 40-45 minutes
Temperature:
- 375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
- 8 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 425
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Protein: 8g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of pumpkin puree, you can use butternut squash puree.
- Instead of pecans, you can use walnuts or almonds.
- Instead of sweetened condensed milk, you can use evaporated milk.

Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the pumpkin mixture for a chocolate pumpkin pie.
- Add 1/2 cup of raisins to the pumpkin mixture for a raisin pumpkin pie.
- Add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut to the pecan streusel for a coconut pecan streusel.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a store-bought pie crust to save time.
- Make sure the pumpkin mixture is smooth before pouring it into the pie crust.
- Cover the edges of the pie crust with foil to prevent them from burning.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing it.

Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the pie in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Dust the top of the pie with cinnamon or nutmeg.

Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Hot cocoa
- Apple cider

Suggested side dishes:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Green beans

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the streusel is browning too quickly, cover it with foil.
- If the pie filling is not setting, bake it for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the pie is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Store the leftover pie in the refrigerator.

Food history:
- Pumpkin pie is a traditional dessert in the United States, especially during the fall and winter months.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Nutty

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pie warm or at room temperature.

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