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Stuffed mini pumpkin recipe

Stuffed Mini Pumpkin Recipe: Cozy Fall Comfort in Every Bite

A delightful stuffed mini pumpkin recipe filled with ground beef, pumpkin puree, and herbs, celebrating fall's flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pumpkins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Filling
  • 4 mini Pumpkins Choose firm, vibrant pumpkins for the best texture and presentation.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Feel free to swap for ground turkey or plant-based options.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned or homemade is perfect.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Contributes sweetness and depth.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; substitute with garlic powder (1/8 tsp per clove) if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing and brushing.
Seasoning and Herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground brings out the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Can be swapped with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger mix.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Dried herbs can be used (1 tsp dried = 1 tbsp fresh).
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Oregano Dried herbs can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage Dried herbs can be used.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse the mini pumpkins under cool water, cut off the tops, and scoop out the seeds and pulp.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced yellow onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-5 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix onion and garlic with ground beef, pumpkin puree, salt, pepper, and spices.
  5. Grease a baking dish with oil. Fill each pumpkin with the mixture and replace the tops.
  6. Bake the stuffed pumpkins for 30-35 minutes until tender and cooked through.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pumpkinCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 240IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use fresh herbs for better flavor. You can prepare the filling a day ahead and fill the pumpkins right before baking.

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