Name: Delicious PizzaStuffed Pumpkins A Tasty Fall Favorite
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 small pumpkins (about 4–5 inches in diameter); 1 cup pizza sauce; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 cup cooked Italian sausage; 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced; 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste; Olive oil for drizzling; Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Description

Savor the flavors of fall with our PizzaStuffed Pumpkins recipe A delicious twist on a classic perfect for autumn gatherings and family dinners

Ingredients

Scale

4 small pumpkins (about 4–5 inches in diameter)

1 cup pizza sauce

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup cooked Italian sausage

1/2 cup bell peppers, diced

1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Olive oil for drizzling

Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Carefully cut off the tops of each pumpkin and scoop out the insides.

In a large bowl, mix together the pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, cooked sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms, oregano, garlic powder, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Generously spoon the filling into each pumpkin and leave a little space at the top.

Drizzle each pumpkin with olive oil.

Place the pumpkins on a baking sheet and roast for about 35-40 minutes.

Once out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes, then sprinkle with fresh basil if using.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pumpkin
Calories: 350 calories
Sugar: 5 grams
Fat: 22 grams
Carbohydrates: 25 grams
Fiber: 4 grams
Protein: 15 grams

Keywords: Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins, pumpkin recipes, fall recipes, Halloween recipes