"Caramelized sugar laces this classic with a sensuous richness, extraordinary in the context of this unbelievably light and delicately spiced pie. And since it's cooked in a deep quiche pan, a single pie will serve 12 guests...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/4 sticks (10 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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4 to 5 tablespoons ice water
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1 cup sugar
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1/3 cup water
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2 cups heavy cream
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1 (15-oz) can solid-pack pumpkin (not pie filling; a scant 2 cups)
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1 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger
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1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
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Pinch of ground cloves
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Scant 1/2 teaspoon salt
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4 large eggs, lightly beaten
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Accompaniment: lightly sweetened whipped cream