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Stuffed Mini Pumpkins That Bring 5 Incredible Fall Flavors

Stuffed Mini Pumpkins
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Stuffed Mini Pumpkins packed with 5 fall flavors to warm your soul and make every bite unforgettable this season

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 6 mini pumpkins (about 4-6 inches in diameter)
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (rinsed and cooled)
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup diced mushrooms (cremini or button)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

    • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Start by slicing off the tops of the mini pumpkins just wide enough to scoop out the insides. Use a spoon to carefully remove seeds and stringy pulp, creating a hollow cavity.
  • Brush the pumpkin insides lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place pumpkins cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes until just tender but still holding shape.
  • While pumpkins roast, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in mushrooms and cook until moisture is released and mushrooms start browning, about 5-6 minutes. Add dried cranberries, chopped nuts, cooked quinoa, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook another 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
  • Remove pumpkins from oven and flip over carefully. Fill each pumpkin cavity generously with the quinoa mixture. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  • Place stuffed pumpkins back on the baking sheet, put the tops back on as lids, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese melts and filling is heated through.
  • Remove from oven, let cool 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.

    • Notes

    Stuffed Mini Pumpkins are a cozy fall treat featuring mini pumpkins filled with a delicious savory quinoa mixture enhanced with mushrooms, cranberries, nuts, and cheddar cheese. Perfect as an impressive centerpiece or individual servings with festive autumn flavors.

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