PUMPKIN CUSTARD WITH CRUNCHY PECAN TOPPING

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This is another recipe from Southern Living Christmas cookbook. These used to be my favorite cookbooks until recipezaar. A cross between pumpkin pie and pudding with a wonderful crunchy topping.

Provided by nascarmom

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 4 oz. custards, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Stir together first 11 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Pour mixture evenly into 8 lightly greased 4 oz. ramekins or custard cups.
  • Place in a large roasting pan; add hot water to depth of 1".
  • Bake uncovered, at 325 degrees for 55 minutes.
  • Meanwhile melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pecans and 1/2 cup sugar. Cook, stirring constantly 6 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and mixture is golden brown. Pour onto a parchment paper lined pan and spread evenly. Cool completely; break into small pieces and set aside.
  • Remove ramekins from water; cool slightly on wire rack. Cover and chill up to 24 hours if desired.
  • To serve: Top each custard with pecan topping. Whip cream would be wonderful on top also.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.7, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 98.7, Sodium 218.2, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 39.6, Protein 3.9

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