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How much fresh pumpkin equals a can?
Making pumpkin puree from scratch (actual fresh pumpkin) is easy, and yes, you can definitely substitute the canned pumpkin for fresh pureed pumpkin on our recipes. Substitute the same volume (1 cup fresh puree for 1 cup canned). A 15 oz. can is approximately 1 3/4 c fresh.
How do I replace pumpkin in a recipe?
For 1 cup canned pumpkin or pumpkin puree, substitute 1 cup cooked, mashed sweet potato or butternut squash.
Is 100 pure pumpkin the same as puree?
First and foremost: Canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree are the same thing. These terms are often used interchangeably in recipes (you may also see the term solid-pack pumpkin). All these terms mean 100% steamed and pureed pumpkin—no extras, no add-ins (nope, not even in the canned variety).
What is a good substitute for pumpkin?
Butternut, buttercup, honeynut and acorn squashes are all suitable substitutes. Each of these types of squash has a similar texture to pumpkin and some natural sweetness.
Is canned pumpkin as healthy as fresh?
Fresh foods generally have a higher nutrient content than do cooked or canned foods. But in this case, both fresh pumpkin and canned pumpkin are packed with nutrients, such as potassium, vitamin A and iron. If you want to use fresh pumpkin, look for pumpkins without blemishes that are firm and heavy for their size.
How many cups is 15 oz of pumpkin?
2 cups
How Many Cups in a Can of Pumpkin, Really? Fifteen ounces of canned pumpkin is just shy of 2 cups (16 ounces would be 2 cups). By comparison, a 3-pound pie pumpkin will likely give you enough puree for a recipe that calls for a can of pumpkin.
What vegetable is similar to pumpkin?
acorn squash
Good choices are acorn squash, hubbard squash, butternut squash, buttercup squash or calabaza. Sweet potatoes are also a good option as a substitute for pumpkin.
Can you use pumpkin pie filling instead of puree?
2. Don’t use pumpkin pie filling in place of pumpkin purée. Every can of pumpkin pie filling has a different amount of sugar and spices and if you add it to a bread or muffin recipe you might get a very sweet and not-spiced-enough loaf. Try this instead: Buy pumpkin purée!
Is Libby’s pumpkin puree good for dogs?
Plain canned pumpkin is the healthiest choice for your dog. This is because fresh pumpkin has higher water content than canned pumpkin. However, canned pumpkin with added salt, spices, sugar, or other additives can irritate your dog’s stomach further, counteracting the beneficial effects of the pumpkin.
Can carrots be substituted for pumpkin?
The best substitutes for pumpkin are butternut squash, acorn squash, sweet potato, carrot, zucchini, apple sauce, banana, and peanut butter.