If you’ve just scraped seeds out of your pumpkin (save those for roasting!), then you’re ready to roast a pumpkin which is, no joke, the easiest squash to roast.
Let me show you how with this easy, step-by-step tutorial that includes how to make pumpkin purée!
Some kinds of pumpkins work better than others But starting out with a pie pumpkin, or sugar pumpkin is going to help you end up with more pumpkin from less work. Pie pumpkins are smaller, often a little squatty-er in shape, and if you are fortunate, labeled as a baking, pie, or sugar pumpkin.
How to Cook Pumpkin
After halving a pumpkin and removing the seeds, it’s time to make roasted pumpkin!
Brush the flesh of the pumpkin with oil to lock in moisture and help the edges caramelize. We like using coconut oil if adding to sweet dishes and avocado oil when adding to something savory.
Then sprinkle with a little salt, place flesh side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and pierce the skin a few times with a fork or knife.
For a 2-3 pound sugar pumpkin (also called a pie pumpkin), we like to bake it at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176 Celsius) for 45-50 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the skin is tender when pierced with a fork.
Let the pumpkin cool slightly before handling.
What To Do With Roasted Pumpkin
If you need inspiration for how to use your baked pumpkin or purée, you’re in luck!
If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!
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FAQ
Can you use regular pumpkins for baking?
What pumpkins can you bake?
Can you roast regular pumpkins?
Can you roast and eat any pumpkin?
Can you cook a pumpkin in the oven?
How to cook a pumpkin in the oven and make pumpkin puree for recipes. Use as many pumpkins as will fit in your oven on the center rack. Wash and dry the pumpkins and remove stems if necessary to help them fit in the oven better.
How to eat pumpkin seeds? Raw or cooked?
Pumpkin seeds are a source of many nutrients and can be included in the diet in different ways: raw, cooked or fried, all of which are tasty and nutritious.
How long do you bake a pumpkin?
Brush the pumpkin flesh with oil, sprinkle with salt, and place flesh down on the baking sheet. Pierce skin a few times with a fork or knife to let steam escape. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a fork easily pierces the skin.
How to cook a pumpkin?
Start first by washing the outside of your pumpkins and drying thoroughly. To bake, roast, and steam, cut in half and scoop out the guts and seeds (save them and make roasted pumpkin seeds) Season or leave them plain and cook to your preference. Now that we know how to prep these cute little pumpkins, let’s talk about cooking.