In the Kitchen: Pumpkin Pie

Libby's Famous Pumpkin Pie

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 t ground cinnamon

1/2 t salt

1/2 t ground ginger

1/4 t ground cloves

2 large eggs

1 can Libby's 100% pure pumpkin

1 can Nestle carnation evaporated milk

1 unbaked 9 in deep dish pie shell

whipped cream (if you like it, I personally do not)

Mix spices and sugar in a small bowl. Beat eggs in a large bowl. Stir in pumpkin and spice mixture. Gradually stir in evaporated milk.

Pour into pie shell.

Bake in preheated 425*F oven for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350*F for 40-50 minutes or until knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Health Benefits of Pumpkin:

Fiber, about 11 grams in 1/2 cup

Vitamin A, good for eyesight, immune function, and necessary for production of red blood cells

Carotinoids, offers possible protection from certain cancers

Also contains potassium, vitamin C, and iron