Pumpkin Maple Custards with Honey Glazed Walnuts

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   Preheat oven to 325F.

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   Put a kettle of water on to heat for the water bath.

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   Line a roasting pan with a folded kitchen towel.

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

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   Whisk eggs and syrup in a large bowl until smooth.

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   Gently whisk in the warm milk (a little bit at a time so the eggs don't cook).

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   Whisk in pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt until blended.

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   Divide the mixture among six 6-ounce ( 3/4 cup) custard cups.

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   Skim foam from the surface.

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    Arrange custard cups in the prepared roasting pan.

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    Pour enough boiling water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the custard cups.

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    Put the pan in the oven and bake, uncovered, until custards are just set but still quiver in the center when shaken, 45 to 50 minutes.

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    Transfer custards to a wire rack and let cool for 45 minutes.

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    Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until chilled.

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    For serving, top each custard with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of toasted honey glazed walnuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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