BEEF STEW IN A PUMPKIN
I only made this once last year, but you should have heard the ooohs and ahhs when I brought it to the table.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Stew
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Scrub pumpkin well.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in 5 quart casserole over medium heat.
- Add beef in batches to brown on all sides.
- Warm brandy, ignite and pour over beef.
- Transfer meat to platter and set aside.
- In same casserole pot, combine oil, onion, green pepper and garlic, cooking over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add stock and madeira and bring to boil.
- Scrape sides and return meat and juices to pot.
- Stir in tomatoes, salt, oregano, pepper, bay leaf, and cloves.
- Cover, reduce heat to low and cook 15 minutes.
- Add potatoes and cook 15 minutes more.
- Stir in zucchini and cook 10 minutes more.
- Add corn, apricots and prunes and cook another 5 minutes.
- Keep stew warm on low heat while preparing pumpkin.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cut pumpkin about 3 or 4 inches from top to form a lid and do not remove stem!
- Scrape out seeds and string fibers from lid and base.
- Brush melted margarine inside pumpkin and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
- Replace lid and bake pumpkin in roasting pan about 40 minutes.
- Pour juices from pumpkin into stew and stir well.
- Place stew into pumpkin and bake about 15 minutes longer.
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Foysal Foysal
[email protected]I'm not sure if I have the time or patience to make this recipe.
PapaMiller2020 Miller
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious, but I'm not sure if I can find a pumpkin big enough.
Usama Gujjar
[email protected]I'm not a fan of beef stew, but I'm curious about how this recipe would taste.
Mr Jani
[email protected]I'm not sure how I feel about this recipe. It sounds interesting, but I'm not sure if I would like it.
Zimkhitha Zibi
[email protected]This recipe sounds strange, but I'm always up for trying new things.
md lahin
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try.
Seairah Hall
[email protected]This recipe seems like it would be a lot of work, but I'm sure it's worth it.
Dillan Scott
[email protected]I'm not sure I'm brave enough to try cooking beef stew in a pumpkin, but I'm definitely intrigued.
Ahad Awan
[email protected]This recipe sounds like the perfect comfort food for a cold fall day.
Anil Magar
[email protected]I love the idea of using a pumpkin as a cooking vessel. It's so creative!
Ramen Raman
[email protected]This recipe looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.
Arfat Hossain
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and creative ways to cook beef stew, and this recipe definitely fits the bill.
Laz Kaitungwa
[email protected]I made this stew for a Halloween party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor and presentation.
Gert Laubscher
[email protected]This was my first time making beef stew in a pumpkin, and it was so much fun! The pumpkin made a beautiful presentation, and the stew was delicious.
Toma Saha
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and unique beef stew.
otim Julius
[email protected]This stew was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it!
Anotidaishe Biton
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Ronnie Adams
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a fall dinner. The pumpkin gives the stew a warm and comforting flavor.
Shujat Writes
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how well the pumpkin and beef worked together. The stew was hearty and flavorful, and the pumpkin added a touch of sweetness.
Ali Lodhi
[email protected]This was a delightful dish! The pumpkin added a unique and delicious flavor to the beef stew. I will definitely be making this again.