Pumpkin Puree

Pumpkin Puree

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Thinking of throwing out all the flesh from your Halloween pumpkin after carving it? Think again. Why not make your own Pumpkin Puree?

The flesh can be pureed. You can use it in meals and baking to add a sweet flavour. No more searching on supermarket shelves for cans of Pumpkin Puree.

Recipe Tips

Try making Pumpkin Macaroni Cheese with the puree from your Halloween pumpkin.

How do I store pumpkin puree

You can store the pumpkin puree in the fridge for 2-3 days.

How do I freeze pumpkin puree

Pumpkin Puree can be frozen best in a silicone freezer bag. Ideally, it’s best to freeze it in portions you will need it in so there’s no waste. After all, the main reason for this recipe is to reduce waste. Spread it thinly in the freezer bag so it will defrost quicker in the fridge.

Pumpkin Puree From Above

Pumpkin Puree

Puree made from cooked pumpkin flesh.
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Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Cool down30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 175kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Pumpkin

Instructions

  • Set the oven to Gas Mark 4 or 180C.
  • Make cuts all over the Pumpkin.
    Pumpkin Puncture
  • Place on a baking tray in the middle of the oven for an hour, turning it round halfway.
  • Remove from the oven and slice in two. If the flesh does not feel soft enough, place the two halves back in the oven for 10 minutes at a time, until it is done.
  • When it is cooked, allow to cool for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the seeds and stringy bits.
  • Scoop only the flesh into a food processor.
  • Process the flesh until you achieve a puree.
    Pumpkin Puree From Side
  • This recipe produced 530g of puree from a 2.8kg Pumpkin.

Notes

This should keep for a few days in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin Puree
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 Calories from Fat 74
% Daily Value*
Fat 8.2g13%
Sodium 858.6mg37%
Carbohydrates 25.6g9%
Protein 3.8g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.