Autumn Harvest Pumpkin Bowls
As the leaves turn golden and the crisp air signals the arrival of autumn, there is no better way to celebrate the season than with a dish that captures its very essence. The Autumn Harvest Pumpkin recipe is a symphony of fall flavors, elegantly presented in nature's own serving bowl—a pumpkin. This beautiful dish beckons with the earthy sweetness of roasted pumpkin, complemented by a tapestry of spices and hearty ingredients that warm the soul. Prepare to be inspired by this culinary masterpiece, where each bite offers a taste of autumn's bountiful harvest and an invitation to savor the beauty of the season. 🎃🍁
**Ingredients:**
- 1 cup sliced baby Bella mushrooms
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 cup diced beets, steamed
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup wild rice, cooked in vegetable stock, drained
- 1 medium baked sweet potato, cubed
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/8 cup goat cheese crumbles
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 pie pumpkins
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the tops off the pumpkins and remove the seeds.
3. Drizzle 1/2 tbsp of olive oil into each pumpkin and coat the insides. Season with salt and pepper. Place them upside down in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes.
4. After baking, remove from the oven, flip them over, coat the insides with honey, and return to the oven right side up for another 15 minutes or until tender.
5. While pumpkin is baking, slice mushrooms and sauté in a large pan in olive oil over medium heat.
6. Add the carrots when mushrooms are nearly done. Sauté for another 5 minutes.
7. Add Brussels sprouts, sautee 10 minutes , add garlic, and thyme; sauté until fragrant
8. Stir in the cooked rice, diced steamed beets, and walnuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste and keep warm.
9. Once pumpkin is ready, Layer sprinkles of goat cheese alternating with the veggie mix inside each pumpkin.
10. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious autumn feast!
Original recipe by Eddi Pinegar
Autumn Harvest Pumpkin Bowl
Serve with lid to the side.