Cooking Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Prepare your pie crust in a 9-inch deep dish pie pan and set aside.

In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, ground ginger, and ground cloves (if using). Mix well and set aside.

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the pumpkin puree to the eggs and mix until combined.

Gradually stir in the evaporated milk, whisking until the mixture is well blended.

Add the spice mixture to the pumpkin filling and whisk until fully incorporated.

Carefully pour the pumpkin mixture into the unbaked pie shell.

Bake in the preheated oven at 425°F for 15 minutes to set the crust.

After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 40 to 50 minutes.

To check for doneness, give the pie a gentle wiggle. The center should jiggle slightly but will firm up as it cools.

Once done, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before serving.

For the best results, avoid over-baking the pie, as this can cause the crust to darken too much. If you want to enhance the flavor, consider adding a touch more of your favorite spices or a splash of vanilla extract.

Serve your pie chilled or at room temperature, and don't forget the whipped cream! Enjoy your delicious homemade pumpkin pie!