Traditional Pumpkin Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly.
2. 2
   Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball.
3. 3
   Divide pastry in half.
4. 4
   On a floured surface, roll out each portion to fit a 9-in.
5. 5
   pie plate.
6. 6
   Place pastry in plates; trim pastry to 1/2 inches beyond edge of plate.
7. 7
   Flute edges.
8. 8
   For filling, beat eggs in a large bowl.
9. 9
   Add pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, cloves, nutmeg and ginger; beat just until smooth.
10. 10
    Gradually stir in milk.
11. 11
    Pour into pastry shells.
12. 12
    Bake at 450 for 10 minutes.
13. 13
    Reduce heat to 350; bake 40-45 minutes longer or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
14. 14
    Cool pies on wire racks for 1 hour.
15. 15
    Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
16. 16
    Refrigerate leftovers.