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Pumpkin Pie Brûlée: Sweet Victory or Sugar Scorched?

I tried to brûlée my Thanksgiving pumpkin pie, thinking I’d impress everyone with a crackly sugar top. Instead, I nearly set off the smoke alarm and left the kitchen smelling like a toasted marshmallow crime scene. The sugar hissed and bubbled under my shaky torch hand, caramelizing into a golden glass—except for the patch that turned jet black. My first bite? A bittersweet crunch, smoky as a campfire, hiding the soft, spiced pumpkin underneath. Did I nail it? Not exactly. But the laughter around the table made every burnt corner worth it. Next year, I’ll torch with confidence (and maybe a fire extinguisher nearby). #KitchenFails #FoodMemories #ThanksgivingHacks #Food #Cooking