Great Pumpkin Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 325F.
2. 2
   Stir the pumpkin, cinnamon, salt, ginger, cardamom, and nutmeg together in a large bowl.
3. 3
   In a smaller bowl, beat the eggs lightly, then whisk in the maple syrup, vanilla, and milk.
4. 4
   Whisk the egg mixture into the pumpkin mixture until well combined.
5. 5
   Pour the custard into 6 1/2-cup ramekins.
6. 6
   Place the ramekins in a baking pan and add enough hot water to the dish to come up 2 inches high around the ramekins.
7. 7
   Carefully transfer to the oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Serve warm or chilled.
9. 9
   Make sure that the baking pan you use to hold the ramekins has sides that are at least 3 inches high.
10. 10
    This will ensure that the hot water you pour in doesnt slosh over when you transfer the pan to and from the oven.
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    (per serving)
12. 12
    Calories: 110
13. 13
    Total Fat: 3.2g (1.4g saturated, 1g monounsaturated)
14. 14
    Carbohydrates: 18g
15. 15
    Protein: 4g
16. 16
    Fiber: 1g
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    Sodium: 240mg