Seasonal, Nutritious, Versatile Pumpkin!
Did you carve a Jack-O-Lantern on Halloween? I have to admit that my pumpkin carving skills are not so great. My skills with a can of solid packed pumpkin, though, are much better. My short pumpkin how-to video to will give you an idea about what you can do with a can of pumpkin in your kitchen. Please look at it, with special attention to the healthy pumpkin pie in a blender recipe because this makes a perfect finish to Thanksgiving or any special dinner.
Healthy Pumpkin Pie Recipe – In the Blender!
Makes one 9-inch pie, 8 servings, 150 calories per serving
Measure All Ingredients into Your Blender:
1 can (15-16 oz) solid pack pumpkin; 1 can evaporated skim milk (12 fl. oz); 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup white or brown sugar; 1/2 cup Heart Smart baking mix from Bisquick; 2 teaspoons ground pumpkin pie spice; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Blend for about 1-2 minutes on medium speed until smooth and mixed.
Pour Into a Pie Pan:
Pour healthy pumpkin pie mixture from the blender into an 8-inch or 9-inch pie pan that is lightly sprayed with vegetable oil spray.
Bake the Pie:
Bake 55-60 minutes at 350 degrees F. Test for doneness by inserting a table knife into the center of pie. If it comes out clean, the pie is done. If pie sticks to the knife, then return it to oven and bake 5 more minutes, then test again.
Cool the Pie:
Cool pie to room temperature before cutting. Or, cook this healthy pumpkin pie one day ahead and refrigerate it overnight and enjoy it cold.
A Healthy Dessert for Thanksgiving or Any Holiday! Keeping good nutrition in action is an every day challenge for most families and everyone. Be a leader at your holiday feast with this healthy pumpkin pie recipe. It’s flavor, nutrition and lighter calorie count is really worth it!
What will be on your healthy Thanksgiving Menu?