Learn how to make pumpkin puree in the oven or in the slow cooker with this easy recipe. Homemade, this fall baking staple is much tastier and cheaper than the storebought canned version! All you need is a pumpkin!
The first step (and the most difficult one) is to cut the pumpkin into 4 quarters. Cut the stem off then cut the pumpkin in half from top to bottom. Scoop out the seeds and the pulp using a spoon or an ice cream scoop.
Then, cut each piece in half again. No need to peel off the skin. Ideally, you should use a cleaver and a mallet, but if you don't own one (like me), use the largest and sharpest knife you can find. And please, be extra careful and do not hurt yourself.
Using a spoon or a fork, scoop the flesh out of the skin. To make the puree, you can use a food processor or a blender (or even a masher). I recommend using a food processor if you have one because it's the easiest method.
Transfer pumpkin flesh in the bowl of your food processor or blender and blend until super smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping the edges with a rubber spatula if needed. You can add a little bit of water, but only if you really have to (you don't want your puree to be watery!). If using a blender, you might want to do several batches.
The first step (and the most difficult one) is to cut the pumpkin into 4 quarters. Cut the stem off then cut the pumpkin in half from top to bottom. Scoop out the seeds and the pulp using a spoon or an ice cream scoop.
Then, cut each piece in half again. No need to peel off the skin. Ideally, you should use a cleaver and a mallet, but if you don't own one (like me), use the largest and sharpest knife you can find. And please, be extra careful and do not hurt yourself.
Using a spoon or a fork, scoop the flesh out of the skin. To make the puree, you can use a food processor or a blender (or even a masher). I recommend using a food processor if you have one because it's the easiest method.
Transfer pumpkin flesh to the bowl of your food processor or blender and blend until super smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping the edges with a rubber spatula if needed. You can add a little bit of water, but only if you really have to (you don't want your puree to be watery!).
If the pumpkin is too watery, drain it in a cheesecloth. If using a blender, you might want to do several batches.
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