Pumpkin Flan(Low-Fat) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. sugar
4 beaten eggs
1 (16 oz.) can pumpkin
1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. salt
sweetened whipped cream (optional)
ground nutmeg (optional)

Preparation

In a heavy skillet, cook the 1 cup sugar over medium-high heat until it begins to melt.
Do not stir; just shake the skillet occasionally.
When the sugar starts to melt, reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar is golden brown. Quickly pour the sugar into a 10-inch deep pie pan or quiche dish. Tilt to evenly coat the bottom.
Place the pie plate or quiche dish in a large roasting pan.
Place on a rack in the oven.