Cooked Pumpkin

Cooked Pumpkin
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    30 People
  • VIEWS
    253

Transform a humble sugar pumpkin into a velvety puree, unlocking a world of culinary possibilities from autumnal pies to heartwarming soups. This simple technique yields a depth of flavor far surpassing the canned alternative.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Sodium
    1 mg
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully halve the pumpkin. Scoop out and discard the seeds and stringy pulp. Then cut each half into wedges for easier handling. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Place the pumpkin wedges, skin-side up, in a large roasting pan. Add approximately 1/4 inch of water to the bottom of the pan to create steam. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake, uncovered, until the pumpkin flesh is easily pierced with a fork and very tender. This will take about 1 hour, depending on the size and density of your pumpkin. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove from the oven and let the pumpkin cool slightly for 10-20 minutes, until it's comfortable to handle. (20 minutes)

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Recipe View Once cooled, use a knife to separate the cooked pumpkin flesh from the skin. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Transfer the pumpkin flesh to a food processor or blender. Puree until completely smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can mash the cooked pumpkin with a potato masher for a more rustic texture. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try roasting the pumpkin with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg.
The resulting pumpkin puree can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, or frozen for several months.
Don't discard the pumpkin seeds! Rinse them, toss with olive oil and salt, and roast them for a delicious snack.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 84 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Aiyana Shanahan

    I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the roasting pan for a little kick. It was a hit!

  • Clifton Keebler

    Freezing the puree in small portions made it super convenient for adding to smoothies and soups.

  • Greg Sipes

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the pumpkin puree was incredible! So much better than store-bought.

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