Description
Homemade Pumpkin Puree is a simple, flavorful way to make use of fresh pumpkins. It’s a healthier and tastier alternative to canned pumpkin, perfect for baking, cooking, or freezing for later use.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1 pumpkin (about 5 pounds)
Instructions
- Add water to a large pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Set a steamer basket about 1 inch above the water.
- Cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp.
- Cut the pumpkin into approximately 5-inch squares.
- Place the pumpkin pieces in the steamer and steam for 45–50 minutes until the flesh is tender.
- Let the pumpkin cool, then scoop out the flesh from the skin.
- Puree the flesh in a food processor until smooth.
- If a thicker consistency is desired (like canned pumpkin), strain the puree over paper towels for 1–2 hours.
Notes
- Choose sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins for the best flavor and texture.
- Pumpkin puree can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Perfect base for pies, soups, muffins, and more.
- Don’t discard the seeds—roast them for a healthy snack!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 71
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
