Description
Pumpkin Puree captures the essence of autumn with its creamy texture and rich, earthy sweetness. This versatile puree is perfect for enhancing a wide range of dishes—from pies to soups—making it a must-have ingredient in your fall cooking arsenal. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a homemade pumpkin puree that brings warmth and nostalgia to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh sugar pumpkins (about 4 cups pureed)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut pumpkins in half and scoop out seeds and stringy insides.
- Place pumpkin halves cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 40-50 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Allow to cool, then scoop flesh into a blender or food processor.
- Add salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; blend until smooth.
- If too thick, add a splash of water or vegetable broth to reach desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup [60g]
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg