Description
This pumpkin puree is a simple and delightful way to bring the warmth of autumn into your kitchen. Its vibrant flavor and creamy texture make it perfect for pies, soups, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small pumpkin (about 4 pounds)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out seeds and pulp.
- Place pumpkin halves cut side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 45 minutes until tender.
- Let cool, then scoop out the flesh into a bowl.
- Blend until smooth, adding salt if desired.
Notes
Use sugar pumpkins for the best flavor.
Let the pumpkin cool completely before scooping.
Blend thoroughly for a smooth texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0.0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg