Roasted Pumpkins With Bacon And Brown Sugar Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400掳F (200掳C).
• STEP 2.Cut the pumpkins in half and remove the seeds and pulp.
• STEP 3.Place the pumpkin halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.
• STEP 4.Brush the cut sides of the pumpkins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• STEP 5.Place a slice of bacon on top of each pumpkin half.
• STEP 6.Sprinkle brown sugar over the bacon and pumpkins.
• STEP 7.Roast in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the pumpkins are tender and the bacon is crispy.
• STEP 8.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 9.Serve the roasted pumpkins with bacon and brown sugar as a side dish or as a main course with a salad.

Cooking Tips

• Choose small to medium-sized pumpkins for this recipe, as they will cook more evenly.
• You can use any type of bacon you prefer, such as regular, thick-cut, or maple-flavored.
• If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can omit the bacon and sprinkle the pumpkins with a little smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover roasted pumpkins can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the pumpkins in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
• Serve the roasted pumpkins with bacon and brown sugar as a side dish for roasted meats, or as a main course with a side salad.