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Ingredients
- 16 ounces pumpkin - canned or fresh (cooked)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 Tbsp bourbon
- For the Topping:
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup walnuts or pecans, rough chopped and toasted
- 3 tablespoons bourbon
- To Flame the Pie (optional):
- 2 Tbsp bourbon
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