Description
Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Pumpkin: A Delightful Autumn Feast
Ingredients
- 1 medium pumpkin (about 3–4 pound)
- 2 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cup fresh spinach
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Prepare the pumpkin by cutting off the top and scooping out the seeds and fibrous bits.
3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
4. Add the chopped mushrooms to the skillet and cook until tender.
5. Incorporate the fresh spinach and stir until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Stuff the mushroom and spinach mixture into the hollowed-out pumpkin. Optionally, sprinkle grated cheese on top.
7. Place the stuffed pumpkin on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender and filling is bubbling hot.
8. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
Consider using different types of cheese or adding herbs for flavor variations.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pumpkin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg