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Stuffed Mini Pumpkins

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Delightful stuffed mini pumpkins filled with ground beef, pumpkin puree, and herbs, perfect for fall gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 4 mini pumpkins
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp herbs (e.g., thyme, rosemary)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the mini pumpkins and scoop out the seeds.
  3. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in pumpkin puree and herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Stuff the mixture into the hollowed pumpkins.
  7. Place the pumpkins in a baking dish with a little water and cover with foil.
  8. Bake for about 30-40 minutes until the pumpkins are tender.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty meal.

Notes

Choose firm pumpkins that can stand upright. Feel free to experiment with the filling! A simple green salad pairs nicely.