Baked Whole Pumpkin

Ingredients

• 1 whole pumpkin
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: garlic powder, chili powder, or other spices

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Wash the pumpkin and cut off the stem.
3. Place the pumpkin on a cutting board and cut it in half using a large knife.
4. Scoop out the seeds and stringy parts from the pumpkin halves.
5. Place the pumpkin halves cut-side-up on a baking sheet.
6. Drizzle the olive oil over the pumpkin halves and season with salt and pepper.
7. Optional: add garlic powder, chili powder, or other spices, to taste.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and lightly browned.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a nutrient-rich food that is high in vitamins A and C, iron, potassium, and fiber.
• Pumpkins are a member of the gourd family.
• Pumpkins can be roasted, baked, steamed, boiled, or pureed.