Description
A delightful Halloween dish that combines the sweetness of pumpkin with savory pizza flavors for a fun family meal.
Ingredients
- Small sugar pumpkins
- Ground meat (beef, turkey, or sausage)
- Gooey mozzarella cheese
- Pizza sauce
- Italian seasoning
- Bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut off the tops of the pumpkins and scoop out the seeds.
- In a skillet, sauté garlic, onions, and ground meat until cooked. Add Italian spices, pizza sauce, and any additional veggies.
- Stir in half of the mozzarella and fill each pumpkin with the mixture. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Place stuffed pumpkins in a baking dish, add a splash of water, and bake for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
Keep an eye on baking pumpkins to prevent them from becoming too soft. Taste the filling before stuffing to ensure delicious flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pumpkin per serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Halloween, pumpkin, stuffed pumpkin, family recipe, Italian flavors