Comments on: How to Roast Pumpkin

By: Wendy O'Neal

Wendy O'Neal — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 21:08:09 +0000

In reply to Amanda. Hi Amanda, I don't add any additional liquid or ingredients to my pureed pumpkin for canning. But like I said...the FDA has decided in the past few years that it's not safe, though I still do it. ;-) w-

By: Amanda

Amanda — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 20:22:11 +0000

Do I Omit the hot boiling water in the jar for purée? I understand the USDA regulations fully. I understand that I am making a choice to do what is best for me and my family. So if I decide to freeze jars maybe I will. But if I chose to pressure can the purée I just wouldn’t want it to be watery. And assume the time would be the same? I fully accept all consequences of my actions as my family has been doing this for probably centuries. I am just unable to get ahold of them while I have these pumpkins ready to preserve. 🙂 can you let me know how you used to can it?

By: Vegan Pumpkin Pie - Around My Family Table

Vegan Pumpkin Pie - Around My Family Table — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 17:48:16 +0000

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By: Marie

Marie — Wed, 08 Feb 2017 19:03:58 +0000

How do you can it? I know the USDA does not recommend it but I’m curious as to why since they don’t seem to have an issue with applesauce. I’d like to try it.

By: Pumpkin Soup - Around My Family Table

Pumpkin Soup - Around My Family Table — Wed, 04 Nov 2015 12:00:53 +0000

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By: Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal - Around My Family Table

Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal - Around My Family Table — Sat, 08 Nov 2014 05:07:28 +0000

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By: Julie

Julie — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 00:51:12 +0000

FYI…
From the National Center for Home Food Preservation!
Canning pumpkin butter or mashed or pureed pumpkin is NOT recommended.
Home canning is not recommended for pumpkin butter or any mashed or pureed pumpkin or winter squash. In 1989, the USDA’s Extension Service first published the Complete Guide to Home Canning that remains the basis of Extension recommendations today, found in the December 2009 revision. The only directions for canning pumpkin and winter squash are for cubed flesh. In fact, the directions for preparing the product include the statement, “Caution: Do not mash or puree.” More information can be found here: http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/publications/uga/pumpkin_butter.html

Canning Cubed Pumpkin

Only pressure canning methods are recommended for canning cubed pumpkin. We have no properly researched directions to recommend for canning mashed or pureed pumpkin or winter squash, or pumpkin butter. To be safe, all low acid foods, including pumpkin, must be canned using tested pressure canning processes (Ensuring Safe Canned Foods). Older methods, such as boiling water canning for vegetables, oven canning and open-kettle canning, have been discredited and can be hazardous (Equipment and Methods Not Recommended from the USDA Complete Guide to Canning, 2009).

By: 30 Perfect Pumpkin Ideas - East Valley Mom Guide

30 Perfect Pumpkin Ideas - East Valley Mom Guide — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 16:52:32 +0000

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By: mom24boys

mom24boys — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 03:37:33 +0000

Wendy, just thought I would let you know canning guidelines recommend NOT canning pumpkin. It is about the only thing I have found you shouldn't can. You can read the recs here....
http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/tips/fall/pumpkins.html
from the National Center for Home Food Prep.
I froze my pumpkin last year and loved it. Good luck.

By: Laura L

Laura L — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 20:05:44 +0000

Just hopping over from Menu Plan Monday! Your site looks great and I can't wait to try some of your recipes!