Homemade Pumpkin Purée

Pumpkin purée is a versatile ingredient that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. It is commonly used in pumpkin pies, soups, and pastas.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Homemade Pumpkin Purée

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Any, Appetizer, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 480

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pound Pumpkin
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 2 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 4 tablespoon Heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the pumpkin in half and remove the seeds.
3. Place the pumpkin halves on a baking sheet, cut side down.
4. Drizzle olive oil over the pumpkin and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
5. Roast the pumpkin in the oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the flesh is soft.
6. Remove the pumpkin from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
7. Scoop out the flesh from the pumpkin and transfer it to a blender or food processor.
8. Add maple syrup and heavy cream to the blender.
9. Blend until smooth and creamy.
10. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
11. Serve the homemade pumpkin purée as a side dish or use it as a base for other recipes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.