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Maple-Pumpkin Custards with Crystallized Ginger

Source: Meals Matter, EatingWell
Recipe by: Jim Romanoff

A holiday meal would not be complete without pumpkin, and here in Vermont we wouldn't dream of excluding our beloved maple syrup. This simple custard (the best part of pumpkin pie) features this delicious pairing. A sprinkling of chopped crystallized ginger and a dollop of real whipped cream gilds the lily. Use Grade B dark amber syrup to get the best maple flavor.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup 1% Lowfat milk
4 Large eggs
3/4 cup Maple syrup, preferably Grade B dark amber
3/4 cup Canned unseasoned pumpkin puree
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp Ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp Salt
3 tbsp Whipped cream
1/4 cup Chopped crystallized ginger

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 325 F. Put a kettle of water on to heat for the water bath. Line a roasting pan with a folded kitchen towel.

2. Heat milk a small saucepan over low heat until barely steaming but not boiling.

3. Whisk eggs and syrup in a large bowl until smooth. Gently whisk in the warm milk (a little bit at a time so the eggs don't cook). Add pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; whisk until blended.

4. Divide the mixture among six 6-oz (3/4 cup) custard cups. Skim foam from the surface. Place custard cups in the prepared roasting pan. Pour enough boiling water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the custard cups. Place the pan in the oven and bake, uncovered, for 45 to 50 minutes, or until custards are just set but still quiver in the center when shaken. Transfer custards to a wire rack and let cool for 45 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until chilled.

5. To serve, top each custard with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of crystallized ginger.

Cook's Notes

To make ahead: Prepare the recipe through Step 4; over and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Degree of difficulty: moderate

Reprinted with permission of EatingWell, The Magazine of Food & Health

Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Actual Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Special Features: Make Ahead
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Low Sodium
Holiday: Thanksgiving
Christmas
Meal Type: Dessert

Nutrient Information

Calories: 213
Total Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 37 g
Protein: 7 g
Calcium: 130
Sodium: 131 mg
Fiber: 1 g