Homemade Pumpkin Purée in the Microwave

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Cut stem off pumpkin using a strong knife to create a hole; scoop and scrape pulp and seeds from pumpkin, saving seeds to roast. Cut pumpkin in quarters; cut quarters in half.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Place pumpkin pieces in a microwave-safe bowl; cover tightly with plastic wrap.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Cook in the microwave for 7 minutes; check plastic wrap seal to ensure no moisture is escaping. Continue cooking in the microwave for 8 minutes more; remove plastic wrap. Cool pumpkin for 10 minutes.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Peel skin from pumpkin using your fingers.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Transfer peeled pumpkin to the bowl of a food processor; pulse until puréed. (Or purée pumpkin using a hand masher or potato ricer.)'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)