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Homemade Pumpkin Puree in the Microwave
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Laura Streckfuss
"This is a quick and easy way to make homemade fresh pumpkin puree, using the microwave. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You may freeze in freezer bags; measuring in 1 cup portions before freezing makes prep easier."
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Ingredients
40 m servings 88Original recipe yields 4 servings (4 cups )
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Directions
{{model.addEditText}} Print- Cut stem off of pumpkin to create a hole using a good, strong knife, as cutting through a pumpkin can be tricky. Scoop and scrape pulp and seeds out of pumpkin, saving seeds to roast later. Cut pumpkin in quarters. Cut quarters in 1/2 again.
- Place pumpkin pieces in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, tight enough to not let any steam or moisture escape during cooking time.
- Microwave for 7 minutes, checking seal of plastic wrap halfway through cooking time to ensure no moisture is not escaping. Continue cooking in the microwave for another 8 minutes. Remove plastic wrap by pulling wrap furthest from you back towards you, allowing hot steam to escape away from you. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Peel skin from pumpkin using your fingers.
- Puree peeled pumpkin using a food processor, hand masher, or a potato ricer.
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- Cook's Note:
- Be sure the pieces are uniform in size to ensure even cooking.
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11/9/2019
I used a glass bowl and a 900 watt microwave. These directions are spot on.