Pilgrim Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Chill pie shell.
2. 2
   In a medium saucepan combine and heat pumpkin for 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir in sugar, salt and spices.
4. 4
   In a medium bowl, beat eggs until thick and lemon colored.
5. 5
   Add cream and rum.
6. 6
   Stir into pumpkin mixture.
7. 7
   Strain through a fine strainer and pour into chilled unbaked shell.
8. 8
   Bake in a preheated 450° oven for 15 minutes.
9. 9
   If necessary, cover edges with strips of foil to keep from browning too rapidly.
10. 10
    Reduce heat to 300° and bake 30 to 40 minutes more or until set.