Before I mix up a bunch of pumpkin goodies, I start by making pumpkin puree. Here’s why I learned how to make pumpkin puree from pumpkin myself. It’s frugal.Homemade pumpkin puree is cheaper than the canned pumpkin puree from the store. We save about 5¢ per ounce, which isn’t...
How Long to Boil Pumpkin for puree so it is not too hard or too soft You need to boil or steam large chunks of pumpkin flesh until it is soft, especially if you want to turn it into puree. I know if you underdo it is too hard to eat and overdoing it is not a good thing eith...
Jump To Recipe! Check out these simple steps for how to make pumpkin puree to use in your favorite pumpkin recipes. This post teaches you everything you need to know about homemade pumpkin puree including how to roast a pumpkin, how to puree pumpkin, how long does pumpkin puree last, and...
It's easy to just throw out your pumpkins as you change out your Fall decor, but did you realize that you can take those store bought pumpkins, make your own pumpkin puree, and make a fresh pumpkin pie from scratch? And it's really not all that difficult! Here's how to cook Pumpki...
It’s pumpkin season! I've been making homemade pumpkin puree for years, and I mostly do it because I think it's fun! But it's a lucky thing that I do because I live in a part of the world where canned pumpkin purée is nearly impossible to find—and if you do find it, it...
Learn how to make pumpkin puree for use in pumpkin pie this year! It’s simple, delicious, and you can even freeze it for use all year long. Nothing says autumn like a big pile of orange pumpkins! This is the time of year when those beautiful gourds are ubiquitous: they’re on front...
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.Scrub the pumpkin or winter squash well and dry with a dish towel. Place on a sheet pan, on the middle rack, in the center of your oven.Bake 1-2 hours, depending on the size of your pumpkin or squash. What you’re looking for is for a...
Cut the pumpkin halves into smaller chunks, then place the pieces skin-side up in a shallow baking dish with a lid. Add water to cover the bottom of the dish, and cover it tightly. Bake in the oven for about 1 hour or until the pumpkin is fork-tender. The time could be more or ...
Golden pumpkins in the fields and golden-brown pumpkin pies on the table are as sure-fire a sign of autumn as the flame-colored leaves. Often those pumpkin pies are made from canned puree, for the sake of convenience, but if you have access to fresh pump
That’s why we created this simple guide to show you how to roast a pumpkin and make your own homemade pumpkin puree from scratch! The best type of pumpkin for cooking and baking It may seem tempting, but I wouldn’t recommend cooking with the big pumpkins you normally get at the pumpk...