Description
Elevate your fall dining experience with these Stuffed Mini Pumpkins, a delightful and visually stunning dish that combines savory ground beef with aromatic herbs and creamy pumpkin puree. Perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions, these mini pumpkins not only serve as a charming centerpiece but also pack a punch of flavor in every bite. This easy-to-follow recipe is designed for cooks of all skill levels, making it simple to impress your guests. Serve them hot as an eye-catching main dish or as a creative side at your next celebration.
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
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1/2 tbsp fresh oregano
- 1/2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and dry the mini pumpkins, cutting off tops and scooping out seeds.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, pumpkin puree, sautéed onion and garlic, spices, and herbs; mix well.
- Grease a baking dish and place the pumpkins inside; fill with the beef mixture and replace tops.
- Roast in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mini pumpkin (about 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg