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Stuffed Mini Pumpkins

Stuffed Mini Pumpkins: Cozy Autumn Delight for Dinner

Stuffed Mini Pumpkins are a delightful twist on comfort food, perfect for autumn dinners and Thanksgiving celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pumpkins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkins
  • 4 pieces Mini Pumpkins Use smaller squashes if unavailable.
For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or meat alternative.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use canned or homemade.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Diced; shallots can be a great alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a substitute.
  • 6 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or avocado oil.
  • 2 tsp Salt Adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Black Pepper Can swap for white pepper.
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Or mix own using cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  • 0.5 tbsp Fresh Thyme Use dried herbs in smaller amounts.
  • 0.5 tbsp Oregano Use dried herbs in smaller amounts.
  • 0.5 tbsp Sage Chopped; dried herbs can be substituted.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Rinse and dry each mini pumpkin. Slice off the tops and scoop out the seeds.
  3. In a skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 3-5 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, pumpkin puree, sautéed onion and garlic, pumpkin pie spice, salt, black pepper, thyme, oregano, and sage. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Grease your baking dish with olive oil, place mini pumpkins upright, and fill with beef filling. Brush tops with olive oil.
  6. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve as an impressive centerpiece.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pumpkinCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose edible pumpkins for safety. Customize the filling as desired and enjoy leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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