Pumpkin Sticks With Bacon And Cumin Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400掳F (200掳C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.Peel the pumpkin and cut it into sticks, about 1/2 inch thick.
• STEP 3.In a small bowl, mix together the cumin, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 4.Wrap each pumpkin stick with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
• STEP 5.Place the bacon-wrapped pumpkin sticks on the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 6.Sprinkle the cumin mixture over the bacon-wrapped pumpkin sticks.
• STEP 7.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the pumpkin is tender.
• STEP 8.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 9.Serve the pumpkin sticks with bacon and cumin as an appetizer or side dish.

Cooking Tips

• Choose a pumpkin variety that is firm and has a sweet flavor.
• If the bacon is not crispy enough after baking, you can broil them for a few minutes.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of cumin according to your taste preference.

Storage and Serving

• These pumpkin sticks are best served fresh and warm.
• If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, place the pumpkin sticks in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.