The Procrastinator's Guide to Holiday Cooking Around the World

Winter is a great time to embrace “productive procrastination.” If you'd rather spend time in the kitchen than tackling unending homework, tiring studying, or tidying your room, these festive dishes from around the world are the perfect excuse. Not only will you have something delicious to show for it, but you'll also get a taste of how different cultures celebrate the holidays. 

First, we go to North America, which holds about 31 percent of the world's GDP! First, a Fall and Winter Classic, Pumpkin Pie, which is eaten in over 50 Million Households on just Thanksgiving itself!

Pumpkin pie is known for its creamy filling flavoured with cinnamon, nutmeg, and other warm spices. It's a must-have at Thanksgiving and often graces Lovely dessert tables, showing the cozy flavours of fall and winter.

P1: Pumpkin Pie

Source: [Sally’s Baking Addiction - Pumpkin Pie Recipe]

Ingredients:

- 1 pre-made pie crust

- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree

- 2 large eggs

- 1 cup evaporated milk

- ¾ cup sugar

- 1 tsp cinnamon

- ½ tsp nutmeg

- ½ tsp ginger

Instructions:

- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

- Whisk all ingredients until Incorporated.

- Pour the filling into the pie crust.

- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until set. Cool and serve.

Pumpkin pie is a great excuse to take a break from studying. With a 60-minute bake time, you can say, 'I need to watch the oven,' and no one will argue. Plus, the fantastic smell will distract everyone from the fact that you haven't cleaned your room.