Family-Favorite Pumpkin Pie

Family-Favorite Pumpkin Pie
Use this recipe to make this seasonal treat that is suitable for the whole family using fresh pumpkin.

Cut pumpkin into halves and remove seeds.

Cut seeded pumpkin into 3-inch chunks.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Cook pumpkin in boiling water until tender about 20 minutes; drain.

Set pumpkin aside to cool until the skin hardens and the flesh is cool enough to handle.

Scrape pumpkin flesh from skin into a large bowl; transfer to a food processor and blend until smooth.

Put pureed pumpkin into a fine mesh strainer set over a bowl and set aside to drain.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Press pie crusts into pie pans.

Trim dough to overlap edges of pans by about 1/4 inch.

ArnoldGreg April 1, 2024