Ingredients
- 1 small pumpkin, sliced in half
- 4 tablespoons of butter, melted
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of allspice
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place pumpkin halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the pumpkin halves.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
- Pumpkin is a great source of fiber and vitamins A and C.
- Pumpkins have been used in many cultures for centuries as a symbol of harvest and prosperity.
- The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice is known as "pumpkin pie spice" and is a popular fall flavor.