Name: Pumpkin Pie with Brown Sugar-Walnut Topping
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup walnut pieces; 1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of fine sea salt; 1 12-inch round Pie Crust; 1 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 cup canned pure pumpkin; 1 cup heavy whipping cream

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Pumpkin Pie with Brown Sugar-Walnut ToppingElinor Carucci

Brown sugar adds a deep, rich flavor to the soft filling. The nutty, slightly salty topping is the perfect finishing touch.

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