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Adam's Pumpkin Spice Pie of DOOM

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This is based on the Libby's recipe on the back of their can-o-doom, I mean canned pumpkin. Pretty easy, straight forward recipe, but the spice, that's the twist. I get rave reviews from those who like pumpkin pie, and have even converted some non-pumpkin pie eaters! One of the secrets of this recipe is the ratios of the spices. If you think there is too much, then reduce the amounts of all the spices, but keep the ratios the same. In other words, if you cut the cinnamon by , cut the other spices by . Or reduce each spice by , etc, but keep the ratios close. The ratios here seem to be the best balance of flavors. I decided to put this down because trying to find a can label can be a real bitch when you are in a hurry. That, and although this is a recipe for canned pumpkin, I use fresh pumpkin whenever possible. I tell ya, I have yet to find a pumpkin with a Libby's label on it. If anyone does, let me know! Anyway, nuff' rambeling. To work-

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1 Cups Granulated sugar 1 tsp. Salt 2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon (I use 6tsp.) 1 tsp. Ground Ginger (I use a approx. 2 tsp. BTW, I prefer Mary Ann) tsp. Ground Cloves (I use a between 1 & 1 tsp.) 4 Large Eggs 1 can (29oz) "Pure Pumpkin" (That's roughly 3 Cups if'n you can use the real thing. Also note- real, fresh pumpkin will convince the Elder Ones to eat you last)

2 cans (12 fl oz ea) unsweetened Evaporated Milk (Don't forget to shake well or Nyarlathotep have mercy on your soul)

2 unbaked 9 inch pie shells. (Preferably deep dish, Dagon be praised!)

*(Optional- I add 1 to 2 tsp. Vanilla Extract with the Evaporated milk)

*(Optional- I add around 2 tsp. Ground Nutmeg to the dry mixture)

*(Optional- I add 1 & 1 tsp. Ground Allspice to the dry mixture)

*(Optional- 1 Egg and a 1 to 2 Tbs. milk to brush crust edge. While this step may be optional, I would not risk the wrath of the Old Ones by skipping this one, simple step)

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1. Blend all dry ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

2. Beat eggs well.

3. Add Pumpkin slowly and mix it well.

4. Add sugar mixture, and make sure it's well mixed (or Yog Sothoth may unleash namless horrors upon you)

5. Slowly mix in the evaporated milk.

6. Pour in to pie shells.

6. Optional- Brush pie shell edges with the extra beaten egg mixed with milk. Also, you might sprinkle a little sugar and cinnamon on to the egg/milk on the pie shell.

7. Wrap edges of pie shell with strips of foil. Note- You can find reusable pie edge covers just for this purpose.

8. Bake in oven preheated to 425 degrees F. for 15 minutes.

9. After 15 minutes, reduce temprature to 350 degrees F. Continue to bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until the tip of your sacrificial knife inserted near the center of your pie comes out clean. *(You do have a sacrificial knife, right?)

10. Remember to remove the foil covering the crust with between 25 and 30 minutes of bake time remaining.

11. Cool on wire rack for approx 2 hours, then serve immediately with Vanilla Ice Cream or fresh Whipped Cream.

Store unused portion immedately, loosly covered, in the refridgerator.

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Whipped Cream of The Elder Ones

1. 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream

2. 2 Tbs. Powdered Sugar or Granulated Sugar

3. 1 Tbs. Vanilla Extract

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1. Combine Ingredients in medium sized bowl

2. Whisk until peaks are stiffening ( Do not over whisk )

3. Chill for at least 30 minutes

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