DINNER IN A PUMPKIN I

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This is a great way to use an extra pumpkin and prepare dinner without making a mess!

Provided by Sara

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium sugar pumpkin
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 cups tomato juice
3 cups shredded cabbage
½ pound fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
1 cup uncooked white rice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Wash pumpkin, cut off top, scrape out seeds and discard.
  • Place hamburger in a large, deep skillet. Crumble and cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain fat, add onion and garlic; saute slightly.
  • Add sugar, Italian herbs, salt, pepper, tomato juice and rice; mix thoroughly.
  • Layer inside of pumpkin with 1/3 of cabbage, green beans and beef and rice mixture. Repeat layers, replace lid and bake for 2 to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 458.9 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

Dipa Das
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and a great way to use up leftover pumpkin.


Cindi
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I can't wait to try this recipe with different types of fillings. I think it would be great with chicken or beef.


Jahmai Staine11
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Trent Maldonado
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but this recipe changed my mind. The pumpkin was perfectly cooked and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


BNL Gaming
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make it.


rahul candy
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This was my first time cooking pumpkin and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was so easy to follow and the results were amazing.


MALIK_AKARMA _KHOKHAR
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pumpkin or is looking for a new and exciting dinner idea.


Mbah Clif Chick
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This dish is so unique and delicious. I've never had anything like it before.


M A Kalam
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect.


ayaz Sardar
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Munawar Abbas
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Alina Baig
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I wasn't sure how I would feel about pumpkin as a main course, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


Akbor Opu
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The presentation of this dish is beautiful. I was so impressed with how it looked when I brought it to the table.


Yaseen awan
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to get dinner on the table in under an hour.


sasa sasa11
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The pumpkin was perfectly tender and flavorful, and the filling was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.