Stuffed Mini Pumpkins
If you’re seeking a heartwarming dish that embodies the spirit of fall, look no further than this Stuffed Mini Pumpkins Recipe. These charming little pumpkins are not just visually appealing but also bursting with flavor and nutrition. Each pumpkin is filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, creamy pumpkin puree, fragrant herbs, and spices. It’s a delightful meal that’s perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and fun to serve, these stuffed mini pumpkins make for a cozy centerpiece on your table. Enjoy them warm as you gather with loved ones!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 mini pumpkins
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- Fresh thyme
- Fresh oregano
- Fresh sage
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the mini pumpkins by rinsing them, cutting off their tops, and scooping out the seeds.
- In a pan, heat 3 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, pumpkin puree, sautéed onion and garlic, spices, salt, and herbs until combined.
- Grease a baking dish with remaining olive oil. Stuff each pumpkin with the filling and replace their tops.
- Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until soft.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mini pumpkin (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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