Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 large pumpkin (about 10 pounds), peeled and seeded
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 2-3 hours
Difficulty Level: 2 out of 5
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the pumpkin into large chunks and place them on a baking sheet.
- Roast the pumpkin for 45-60 minutes, or until tender and browned.
- Let the pumpkin cool slightly, then scoop out the flesh into a food processor or blender.
- Add the sugar, spices, and lemon juice to the pumpkin flesh and blend until smooth.
- Pour the pumpkin butter into a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the pumpkin butter has thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information: (per 1/4 cup serving)
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 15mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 24g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy texture
- Sweet and flavorful with notes of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg
- Perfect for spreading on toast, crackers, or pancakes
- Can also be used as a glaze for ham or chicken
User Comments:
- "This pumpkin butter is absolutely delicious! It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavors are perfect."
- "I love the way this pumpkin butter complements my morning toast."
- "I made this for my family's Thanksgiving dinner and everyone loved it."
- "I've also tried using this pumpkin butter as a glaze for ham, and it was amazing!"
- "This pumpkin butter is so easy to make, and it's the perfect way to use up all my leftover pumpkin."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To peel and seed the pumpkin, first cut it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp from the center. Then use a sharp knife to cut the pumpkin into chunks, removing the skin as you go.
- If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mash the roasted pumpkin with a potato masher.
- If the pumpkin butter becomes too thick, add a little water or apple cider to thin it out.
