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Halloween is almost here, which puts people in a pumpkin-y mood. This week, we'll share recipes that utilize the beloved gourd. Today's comes from epicurious.com.
INGREDIENTS
For crust
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (from five 4 3/4- by 2 1/4-inch crackers)
1/2 cup pecans (1 3/4 ounces), finely chopped
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
For filling
1 1/2 cups canned solid-pack pumpkin
3 large eggs
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon bourbon liqueur or bourbon (optional)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 (8-oz.) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
For topping
2 cups sour cream (20 oz.)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon bourbon liqueur or bourbon (optional)
For directions on preparing this recipe, follow this link.
