Product of New Zealand
Crown pumpkins have a hard blue/grey skin, with a rich orange flesh.
pumpkin are interchangeable and can be used in similar recipes. Traditionally pumpkin has been roasted, however it can be used in soups, flans, pies, muffins, or stuffed. They make a delicious side vegetable and their flavour is enhanced by nutmeg. Cooked and cooled pumpkin is also good in a salad.
pumpkin is a good source of vitamin a which helps support the immune system, and also a source of vitamin c and dietary fibre.