Pumpkins

Nutrition: Pumpkin contains vitamins A and C, some B vitamins, also iron and calcium. Pumpkin is an especially good source of vitamin A. Pumpkin contains 40 calories per 1 cup serving.

Selection: Pumpkin should be fully ripe with firm rinds, bright orange color and fairly heavy weight. Due to the many variables, such as moisture content, size and variety, it is impossible to give specific recommendations as to quantity to buy. The recommendation below is an approximation only: 

* 1 pound flesh = 1 cup cooked.

Storage: Store whole in a cool (50 to 60 degrees F) dry area. Pumpkins will keep several months if mature and stem is attached.

Preparation: Pumpkin may be baked, boiled, steamed, broiled, pan-fried, or pressure cooked for immediate use.

Nutrition: Pumpkin contains vitamins A and C, some B vitamins, also iron and calcium. Pumpkin is an especially good source of vitamin A. Pumpkin contains 40 calories per 1 cup serving.