Using Your Pumpkins To Their Fullest - Yummy Recipes
Have some pumpkins still kicking around the house? Don't throw them out just yet. Allrecipes.com has some great recipes for any age and any amount of time you may have. I found these great recipes for pumpkins. If you try any of them out be sure to comment and tell me how you like them.
Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin, whether fresh or canned, is terrific in more than just pies. Try it in pancakes, soups, chili--even lasagna.
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Cooking with Fresh Pumpkin
There's no shame in using canned pumpkin. Even professional bakers do it. But if you're using fresh, choose small, flavorful sugar pie pumpkins--and save the big ones for carving. A four-pound pumpkin should yield about 1½ cups of puree.
To make pumpkin puree:
1. Cut the pumpkin in half and bake cut-side down, covered with foil, in a 375 degree F oven for about 90 minutes or until flesh is tender.
2. Allow to cool, scoop out the flesh, and puree.
3. Strain the puree for extra-silky smooth soups and custards.
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Posted by Kristie Kruger
on November 4, 2011