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Stuffed Mini Pumpkins

Stuffed Mini Pumpkins: Cozy Fall Flavor in Every Bite

Delightful Stuffed Mini Pumpkins offer cozy fall flavors, perfect for Thanksgiving or a weekday meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pumpkins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Vessels
  • 4 pieces Mini Pumpkins Choose small, firm pumpkins that will hold together beautifully when roasted.
For the Savory Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Feel free to substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned puree works just as well.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Sautéed for sweetness; shallots are a milder substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic will give the best flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing and brushing on pumpkins.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Can mix cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Or use dried if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Or use dried if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 teaspoon Sage Or use dried if fresh isn't available.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon
  • knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Stuffed Mini Pumpkins
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse mini pumpkins under cold water, cut off the tops, and scoop out seeds and pulp.
  3. In a skillet, heat 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, onion, garlic, pumpkin pie spice, salt, black pepper, and herbs; mix well.
  5. Lightly grease a casserole dish, place halved mini pumpkins upright, fill with stuffing, and brush tops with olive oil.
  6. Roast the stuffed mini pumpkins in the oven for 30-35 minutes until fork-tender.
  7. Let them cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pumpkinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

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