Nutmeg-Maple Cream Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
2. 2
   In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, reduce maple syrup by a quarter, 5 to 7 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir in cream and bring to a simmer.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks and egg.
6. 6
   Whisking constantly, slowly add cream mixture to eggs.
7. 7
   Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a cup or bowl with pouring spout.
8. 8
   Stir in salt, nutmeg and vanilla.
9. 9
   Pour filling into crust and transfer to a rimmed baking sheet.
10. 10
    Bake until pie is firm to touch but jiggles slightly when moved, about 1 hour.
11. 11
    Let cool to room temperature before serving.