Dinner in a Pumpkin
Now that the holidays and fall weather is here there are many opportunities to prepare and share wonderful holiday dishes. It is always great to be able to present a lovely and delicious meal. This one was a huge hit for our family. Easy to make and an attractive centerpiece. Hope you enjoy it! Cut the top of a pumpkin open, edges at an angle, so that you can use it for a lid. Clean out the meat and seeds. Place in a roasting pan. In a large bowl combine the following: 1 can each: Kidney beans, Pinto beans, White beans, Diced tomatoes, Tomato sauce 1 cup Chopped Sweet Peppers 1 Chopped Onion 1/2 T Apple cider vinegar 3 t chopped garlic 2 T oregano 1 T cumin 1 T chili powder **I marinated this in the refrigerator overnight. Pour in the pumpkin and cover. Bake at 350 degrees for 2 - 2 1/2 hours Top with cheese if desired. Service with GF bread sticks, Mashed potatoes, GF crackers Options: Instead of the stew, fill with your favorite chili.