Tag: Pumpkin

However, if the can is leaking, swelling, or rusting, you should discard it no matter the expiration date. Like all canned food, “expired” canned pumpkin is, in almost all cases (excluding some weird accidents), perfectly safe to eat for at least a couple of years. Can you get sick from eating old pumpkin? Symptoms of […]

The best way to store cut pumpkin is to wrap it tightly in cling wrap and place it in the fridge. Leaving the seeds in or scooping them out makes no difference to how long the pumpkin will last. Can pumpkin be stored at room temperature? Moisture causes rapid deterioration. If stored properly, a whole, […]

Ripe pumpkins have a light sweet scent, but you may not smell anything (which is fine). Overripe pumpkins emit a faint foul odor that gradually intensifies as the pumpkin continues to ripen. Check the pumpkin to make sure it has no signs of powdery mildew anywhere on the exterior. How do you know if pumpkin […]

Place the pumpkins in a shallow baking dish and place in the oven. Bake for 1 1/2 hours, until tender. How do you soften a pumpkin? Bake or microwave it For all large, difficult-to-cut squash and pumpkins (or a recipe where you’re keeping the squash mostly whole, like this one), giving the whole thing a […]

30–60 minutes. Carving pumpkins is such a fun Halloween tradition for all ages that lets you make some spooky decor to light up the night. Since it only takes 30–60 minutes to carve a pumpkin, it’s the perfect afternoon activity for you. How long will a pumpkin keep once carved? three to five daysOnce carved, […]

How to carve the perfect pumpkin… Choose a large pumpkin and use a sharp serrated knife to cut off the crown. Using a large serving spoon, scoop out the seeds and fibres and discard. With a marker pen, draw a simple outline of a face on the pumpkin. Pop a tea light inside the pumpkin, […]

Pumpkin Carving Safety Carve in a Clean, Dry, Well-lit Area. Wash and thoroughly dry all of the tools that you will use, including: carving tools, knife, cutting surface, and your hands. Always Have Adult Supervision. Leave the Carving to Adults. Sharper is Not Better. Use a Pumpkin Carving Kit. Help for An Injury. What is […]

Once you’re finished carving, rinse the pumpkin inside and out with water. Soak the entire jack o’ lantern in a solution of 1 gallon water to 1 tablespoon bleach for 15 minutes. Remove and allow the pumpkin to air dry. Coat the interior with vegetable oil or petroleum jelly to prevent mold and dehydration. What […]

You can draw a design or jack-o-lantern face free hand, but if art isn’t your thing, there are plenty of pumpkin carving templates you can print out online. Room temperature pumpkins are easiest to carve, so if you are storing your pumpkins outside, bring them inside 1-2 days before carving so they can warm up. […]

Using a pumpkin saw—you can find one in any pumpkin carving set—cut a circle around the bottom of the pumpkin that measures at least 4 inches across. Once you complete the cut around the entire circle, gently move the cut piece back and forth to loosen it from the pumpkin. Remove the cut-out piece and […]

Do not press very hard, or else you might remove the flesh in addition to the skin. If the skin is very thick, lift an piece of it using a razor, then grip it with your fingers and peel it away from the flesh the same way you do when peeling a banana. Repeat this […]

To keep your pumpkins looking brand-new throughout October, just fill a large tub with 10 parts water and 1 part vinegar. Let the gourds soak for 20-30 minutes in the bath, then pull them out and let them air-dry. Voila! What do you soak pumpkins in to make them last longer? Turns out, a bleach […]

Method Start with the tip of the knife in the centre of the pumpkin and hit the heel of the handle to push the blade into the pumpkin and it will naturally start to split. Cut one side and then the other so the pumpkin is in quarters. Using a tablespoon remove all the seeds. […]

Submerge your creation in a bucket filled with water and 2/3 cup of bleach. Leave the pumpkin there to soak for up to 24 hours. After carving your pumpkin, give it a bleach-water bath to preserve it longer. What do you put on a carved pumpkin so it doesn’t rot? Petroleum jelly is a great […]

If your carved pumpkin starts to shrivel, you can revive it by giving it a bath in ice water for an hour or so (a cooler or bathtub both work fine for this). Lightly spray the cut surface of your pumpkin with vegetable oil to prevent moisture loss. How do you prepare pumpkin for carving? […]

The flesh of big pumpkins is perfect for soups and curries. The flesh of petit pumpkins, squash and gourds is best suited for pies, breads and cakes – although it’s also delicious in a soup. Smaller pumpkins tend to be more flavoursome, less fibrous and less watery. What does pumpkin go well with? WHAT GOES […]

Pumpkin will go well with any roast fowl, so turkey, chicken, cornish hens and the like are all good choices. I’ve had spicy pumpkin puree with lamb and pork, both a good combo. And you can make pumpkin soup as a main course or as an appetizer. What compliments pumpkin flavor? What Goes Well With […]

Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F. Wash the pumpkin and cut it in half. Brush olive oil over the flesh of the pumpkin (the cut side), and toss with olive oil. Place on a baking tray, cut side down, and roast 45-55 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Cool the pumpkin slightly. How […]

The skin isn’t as tough as other varieties, such as butternut, meaning it’s not only edible, but tasty too! When cooked to perfection, the skin becomes a little chewy and caramelised, adding big flavour and texture to your meal. Can you cook pumpkin with the skin on? Pumpkin can also be cooked whole in the […]

Another secret to cooking pumpkin is cooking it with the skin still on, because the tough skin is much easier to remove when the flesh has been cooked. There are many ways to cook pumpkin, including baking, slow cooking, microwaving, and steaming. Can you cook pumpkin with the skin on? Pumpkin can also be cooked […]