Description
Discover the perfect autumn dish with this Stuffed Mini Pumpkins Recipe. These adorable mini pumpkins are filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, creamy pumpkin puree, and fragrant herbs, making them a delightful centerpiece for any fall gathering. Whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these stuffed pumpkins not only look stunning but also deliver rich flavors that will impress everyone at the table. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, this recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 mini pumpkins
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Fresh herbs: thyme, oregano, sage
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse mini pumpkins and pat dry. Cut off tops and scoop out seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, pumpkin puree, sautéed onion and garlic, along with seasonings and herbs.
- Grease a baking dish and place pumpkins upright. Fill each pumpkin with the stuffing mixture.
- Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mini pumpkin (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 288
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg