After carving a pumpkin, you can use the guts in various ways instead of throwing them away. Here are some ideas from the search results:
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Make pumpkin puree: Separate the seeds from the guts and blend them in a food processor until theyre smooth. Use the puree in your favorite pumpkin recipes, like pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, or pumpkin spice moonshine.
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Make broth or stock: Boil the pumpkin guts with onion, leeks, and some herbs, then strain it to get a pulp-free liquid. Freeze it into small cubes using an ice cube tray and use it for soups, stews, and braises.
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Roast the seeds: Rinse the seeds and roast them with salt, paprika, and chili powder. They can be eaten on their own or used as a topping for salads and soups.
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Make pumpkin butter: Use the guts to make a sweet and spicy pumpkin butter that can be used as a toast topping.
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Make a face mask: Mix the guts with honey and yogurt to make a face mask that can help soothe and hydrate the skin.
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Compost the guts: If you have a compost pile, you can add the guts to it to help create nutrient-rich soil.
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Grow your own pumpkins: Plant the seeds from the guts in a garden or compost pile to grow your own pumpkins for next years Halloween.
These are just a few ideas for using pumpkin guts. Depending on your creativity and cooking skills, there are many other ways to use them.