Some say pumpkin season starts when PSLs show up in coffee shops.
Pumpkins are atype of winter squash(aka fruit, not a vegetable!)
and are just as versatile as a butternut or acorn squash.
When choosing a pumpkin, look for smooth skin thats free from soft spots or bruises.
When uncarved, fresh piepumpkins have a long shelf life, typically around three months.
And when you start with a whole pumpkin, you canroast pumpkin seedsfor a fantastic snack!
Most supermarkets will have them in stock, especially between Halloween and Thanksgiving.
How do you cut up a fresh pumpkin?
Cutting a fresh pumpkin for a recipe differs from how you wouldcarve a pumpkin.
After removing the seeds, cut it into quarters or wedges, or leave it in two large pieces.
Then its ready to cook.
To cut smaller chunks for roasting or sauteeing, youll need to peel the pumpkin.
Its a similar method tocutting a watermelonor citrus fruit.
Once peeled, slice into wedges or planks, and then into cubes.
Is fresh pumpkin better than canned?
Fresh pumpkin and canned pumpkin are both fantastic but not always equal in recipes.
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