For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a clove of minced garlic to the creamed spinach mixture. To prevent the pumpkin lids from burning, you can loosely cover them with foil during the initial baking. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses. Gruyere or Fontina would also be delicious. These stuffed pumpkins can be prepared ahead of time. Simply bake them as directed, then cover and refrigerate. Reheat in a microwave or in a 350°F oven until warmed through.
Spinach-Stuffed Pumpkins
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS58
Delight your guests with these charming, miniature pumpkins, each a cozy vessel filled with creamy spinach and crowned with a blanket of melted cheese. A delightful autumnal appetizer or side dish that's both elegant and comforting.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate28 g
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Cholesterol72 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat16 g
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Sodium429 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Prepare the pumpkins: Carefully cut off the tops of each pumpkin and scoop out the seeds and stringy fibers. Lightly brush the insides with melted butter, then season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Replace the lids. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 35 mins Bake the pumpkins: Place the prepared pumpkins in a lightly buttered shallow baking dish. Add about 1/4 inch of water to the bottom of the dish to prevent scorching. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the insides of the pumpkins have softened and slightly darkened, but the outsides still hold their shape. (35 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Prepare the spinach filling: While the pumpkins are baking, in a small saucepan over low heat, gently stir the softened cream cheese into the thawed spinach until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and well-blended. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Assemble and finish: Carefully remove the pumpkins from the oven. Fill each pumpkin with the creamy spinach mixture, mounding it slightly on top. Place a slice of cheese over the spinach in each pumpkin. Return the pumpkins to the oven and bake for an additional 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Serve immediately. (2 minutes)
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Johnny Runte
May 27, 2025These were a hit at Thanksgiving! Everyone loved the individual servings and the creamy spinach was the perfect complement to the sweet pumpkin.
Junius Dietrich
Feb 20, 2025I made these for a fall-themed dinner party and they were so impressive! They look beautiful and taste amazing.
Eugene Grimes
Feb 3, 2025My kids even enjoyed these! A great way to get them to eat their vegetables.
Jamaal Heidenreich
Oct 9, 2024Easy to follow recipe and the pumpkins turned out perfectly. I added a little garlic powder to the spinach and it was delicious!