Comments on Getting ahead: Is pureeing my own pumpkin worth it?

Kelly, I just toss with a tablespoon or two of oli...

2009-11-04T08:20:26.003-05:00

Kelly, I just toss with a tablespoon or two of olive oil and sprinkle with salt. This year I also sprinkled some with cinnamon and sugar. I bake at 300 for an hour or so.

Heather, I have never thought to try it in the microwave, sounds so much faster.

Jenny, thanks for your kind words! One of the reasons I like to do things myself too, is because I know what is in it.

Laura, too funny on the pumpkin smell.

Of course it's worth it. Why throw it away? I don'...

2009-11-04T07:58:29.906-05:00

Of course it's worth it. Why throw it away? I don't do it, only because I have despised pumpkin smell and flavor since I was a child and to this day. But if I used it, I'd do it.

I made my first pumpkin puree just a couple of wee...

2009-11-04T07:20:57.525-05:00

I made my first pumpkin puree just a couple of weeks ago. I love making things myself. Not only do you know exactly what has gone into it, but you are right, there is a huge satisfaction when you are finished.

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Love this! It's totally worth it to put a little ...

2009-11-04T02:12:53.558-05:00

Love this! It's totally worth it to put a little effort in. I think the pride that comes from being self-sufficient is the most satisfying part. A few years ago I would have NEVER considered boiling my own chicken stock, pureeing pumpkin, baking (!!!), but I found when I actually did it, it felt so empowering to be providing for my family in this way.

Kelly, I do my pumpkin seeds in the microwave. Use a glass bowl and a tablespoon or two of olive oil, some salt, stir it up. Microwave for about 45 seconds at a time, stir, repeat until they are crunchy enough to suit you.

When you posted about making pumpkin puree a few w...

2009-11-03T16:09:49.744-05:00

When you posted about making pumpkin puree a few weeks ago, you inspired me to do the same this year. Still need to do ours, but since we didn't carve our pumpkin for Halloween, I can wait a few more days. Just waiting for a day when I'm not subbing and will be home. :-)

I'm curious how you did your seeds. I've done those in the past, but the results always vary. Care to share your technique?