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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
 Posted - Oct 14 2011 : 09:28:44 AM
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| Can anyone share with me how they prepare pumpkins for pies- I would like to try but have never tried it...do you can or freeze, any spices,how to cook it? Please help me and let me know if it is worth my effort- Thank you dear friends!! |
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Sabrena Orr
True Blue Farmgirl
198 Posts
Sabrena
Olympia
WA
USA
198 Posts |
Posted - Oct 14 2011 : 10:05:45 AM
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I just put up 2 pumpkins this week for holiday pies. I steam the pumpkins (sliced in half, seed removes, add a tiny bit of water and cover w/syran wrap poked with a couple of holes for venting) in the microwave until soft and then puree. I freeze in a ziploc bag. I remove and use as directed for the pie recipe. The taste is fresh and yummy!
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - Oct 14 2011 : 11:15:24 AM
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| thank you for the help- I really appreciate it! |
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Lieberkim
True Blue Farmgirl
839 Posts
Kimberly
Sunnyside
WASHINGTON
USA
839 Posts |
Posted - Oct 15 2011 : 01:20:21 AM
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I gut them, cut off the rind and cut it into smaller pieces. Put them in the oven to bake until tender enough to mash with a potatoe masher. Drain the water, mash and put 2 cups into freezer bags. Then whenever I want to bake a pie thaw and follow pie instructions. It helps if you use a variety of pumpkin specifically for pies/baking. Much better flavor and texture than a jack o latern variety.
Excuse the mess & the noise, my children are making happy memories |
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one_dog_per_acre
True Blue Farmgirl
1572 Posts
Trish
Sandpoint
ID
USA
1572 Posts |
Posted - Oct 15 2011 : 05:58:18 AM
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Kimberly, I am imagining people fighting for a place at your table.
Trish
Make cupcakes not war!
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2011 : 06:24:54 AM
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| Thank you for all the advice- I have my first batch of "pie pumpkins" in the oven...wish me luck!!! |
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lisalisa
True Blue Farmgirl
216 Posts
Lisa
Broomall
PA
USA
216 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2011 : 09:05:59 AM
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| Ooo! I've always wanted to try, but I thought you can only use small pumpkins, not the larger ones. Does it matter or make a difference? Lori, I can smell your pies here in PA, I'm sure they'll be delicious! ---Lisa |
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2011 : 09:33:05 AM
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| we bought some "pie pumpkins" at the farmers market...the house is smelling quite nice..and I'm pretty proud with what I have accomplished this morning. |
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lisalisa
True Blue Farmgirl
216 Posts
Lisa
Broomall
PA
USA
216 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2011 : 09:34:45 AM
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Do you have to use a certain kind of pumpkin? I thought you were supposed to use the small ones, not the larger size.
mmm, I can smell you pies here in PA, I'm sure they're delicious! ---Lisa |
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Sabrena Orr
True Blue Farmgirl
198 Posts
Sabrena
Olympia
WA
USA
198 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2011 : 11:02:42 AM
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I use the small "sugar" pumpkins. They make delicious pies!
Sabrena, Olympia |
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lisalisa
True Blue Farmgirl
216 Posts
Lisa
Broomall
PA
USA
216 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2011 : 11:45:47 AM
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sorry I double-posted! oops!
When I get to the farmer's market, I plan to get me some sugar pumpkins, thanks!! |
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walkinwalkoutcattle
True Blue Farmgirl
1675 Posts
Megan
Paint Lick
KY
USA
1675 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2011 : 12:59:21 PM
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I received some sugar pumpkin seeds and I've got about 8 of them waiting on me to take pics of my daughter with and then they'll be halved, hulled, baked, and pureed! If I have extras I'll save them till Thanksgiving and serve stuffing in them!
Farmgirl #2879 :)
Starbucks and sushi to green fried tomatoes and corn pudding-I wouldn't change it for the world.
www.cattleandcupcakes.blogspot.com
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