Description

This Easy Pumpkin Casserole is creamy, savory, and perfectly cozy—ideal for chilly fall nights or festive holiday meals. With tender pumpkin, hearty rice, and melted cheese, this dish delivers a warm balance of comfort and nutrition. It’s perfect for potlucks, Thanksgiving sides, or even a vegetarian main dish. You’ll love how simple it is to prepare, yet impressive enough to serve at any autumn gathering.

Ingredients

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4 cups pumpkin, cubed and roasted
2 cups cooked rice
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups fresh spinach
1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk or cream
2 tbsp olive oil

Salt & pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 casserole dish.
Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
In a large bowl, combine roasted pumpkin, cooked rice, spinach, sautéed onion, half the cheese, eggs, and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer mixture to prepared dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add cooked bacon or sausage.

Use coconut milk for a dairy-free version.

Butternut squash can be substituted for pumpkin.