Creamy Basil Jack O Pumpkin

I invented this delicious side dish with our leftover Halloween jack o' lanterns! Works great with your favorite chicken entree.

Step: 1

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion, garlic, and pepper in hot oil until onion is golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir pumpkin into onion mixture and cook until pumpkin is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step: 2

Stir cream cheese, mayonnaise, and basil puree together in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave until warmed and smooth, about 1 minute. Pour cheese mixture over pumpkin mixture and toss to coat; cook until warmed, about 5 minutes.

Per Serving: 168 calories; protein 3.6g; carbohydrates 10.9g; fat 13g; cholesterol 33.3mg; sodium 157.6mg.

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