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Besides butterbeer, pumpkin juice is one of the most popular drinks in the ''Harry Potter'' universe. Unlike butterbeer, however, pumpkin juice is very good for you! It is packed with nutrients, fiber, and vitamins. It is also very easy to make and even tastier to drink. You can make it to serve at your next ''Harry Potter'' party or you can simply make it just for fun! | Besides butterbeer, pumpkin juice is one of the most popular drinks in the ''Harry Potter'' universe. Unlike butterbeer, however, pumpkin juice is very good for you! It is packed with nutrients, fiber, and vitamins. It is also very easy to make and even tastier to drink. You can make it to serve at your next ''Harry Potter'' party or you can simply make it just for fun! | ||
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==Ingredients== | ==Ingredients== | ||
| − | === Simple Pumpkin Juice<ref>http://myfrugaladventures.com/2015/10/harry-potter-pumpkin-juice-copycat-recipe/</ref> === | + | === Simple Pumpkin Juice<ref name="rf1">http://myfrugaladventures.com/2015/10/harry-potter-pumpkin-juice-copycat-recipe/</ref> === |
* 4 cups (950 milliliters) apple cider or apple juice | * 4 cups (950 milliliters) apple cider or apple juice | ||
* 6 tablespoons (85 grams) pumpkin puree | * 6 tablespoons (85 grams) pumpkin puree | ||
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* ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) | * ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) | ||
''Makes 5 servings'' | ''Makes 5 servings'' | ||
| − | === Pumpkin Juice from Scratch<ref>http://foodinliterature.com/food-in-literature/2014/05/copycat-harry-potter-pumpkin-juice-recipe.html</ref> === | + | === Pumpkin Juice from Scratch<ref name="rf2">http://foodinliterature.com/food-in-literature/2014/05/copycat-harry-potter-pumpkin-juice-recipe.html</ref> === |
* ½ sugar pumpkin | * ½ sugar pumpkin | ||
* 2 cups (475 milliliters) water | * 2 cups (475 milliliters) water | ||
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# Add 6 tablespoons (85 grams) of pumpkin puree. Make sure that you are using plain, canned pumpkin puree and ''not'' the "pumpkin pie" kind. The pumpkin pie puree has lots of additional ingredients and your juice won't turn out right. | # Add 6 tablespoons (85 grams) of pumpkin puree. Make sure that you are using plain, canned pumpkin puree and ''not'' the "pumpkin pie" kind. The pumpkin pie puree has lots of additional ingredients and your juice won't turn out right. | ||
# Pour in 1¼ cups (300 milliliters) of apricot nectar. If you can't find any, you can use peach nectar instead. This will help thin out your juice without sacrificing flavor. Avoid just adding more apple cider or apple juice; the apple flavor will be too overwhelming. | # Pour in 1¼ cups (300 milliliters) of apricot nectar. If you can't find any, you can use peach nectar instead. This will help thin out your juice without sacrificing flavor. Avoid just adding more apple cider or apple juice; the apple flavor will be too overwhelming. | ||
| − | # Add ¼ teaspoon each of pumpkin pie spice and ground cinnamon for extra flavor. If you used plain apple juice, this is a must. If you are using apple cider, however, then you don't have to add it, because it is already spiced.<ref | + | # Add ¼ teaspoon each of pumpkin pie spice and ground cinnamon for extra flavor. If you used plain apple juice, this is a must. If you are using apple cider, however, then you don't have to add it, because it is already spiced.<ref name="rf1" /> |
# Close the blender and pulse the ingredients until they are all mixed together. From time to time, you may have to pause the blender, and scrape the mixture down the sides with a spatula. This will ensure that everything blends evenly. | # Close the blender and pulse the ingredients until they are all mixed together. From time to time, you may have to pause the blender, and scrape the mixture down the sides with a spatula. This will ensure that everything blends evenly. | ||
# Taste your pumpkin juice, and make any necessary adjustments. This pumpkin juice will be a little thick, like orange juice or apricot/peach nectar. It won't be thin and clear like apple juice. Make your adjustments based on the list below, and give your pumpkin juice a final blend. | # Taste your pumpkin juice, and make any necessary adjustments. This pumpkin juice will be a little thick, like orange juice or apricot/peach nectar. It won't be thin and clear like apple juice. Make your adjustments based on the list below, and give your pumpkin juice a final blend. | ||
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=== Making Pumpkin Juice from Scratch === | === Making Pumpkin Juice from Scratch === | ||
| − | # Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).<ref>http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/make-your-own-pumpkin-puree/</ref> This recipe requires a little bit more effort, but the results are worth it. It is a great option if you'd like a little more hands-on experience, or if you can't get canned pumpkin puree. | + | # Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).<ref name="rf3">http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/make-your-own-pumpkin-puree/</ref> This recipe requires a little bit more effort, but the results are worth it. It is a great option if you'd like a little more hands-on experience, or if you can't get canned pumpkin puree. |
| − | # Use a serrated knife to cut the top off of a sugar pumpkin then cut it in half top-to-bottom.<ref>http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/pumpkin-puree-recipe.html</ref> Make sure that you are using a sugar pumpkin; they are usually sold in the produce section of a grocery store. Don't use a large "jack-o-lantern" type pumpkin. It will give your juice a weird taste and texture.<ref | + | # Use a serrated knife to cut the top off of a sugar pumpkin then cut it in half top-to-bottom.<ref name="rf4">http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/pumpkin-puree-recipe.html</ref> Make sure that you are using a sugar pumpkin; they are usually sold in the produce section of a grocery store. Don't use a large "jack-o-lantern" type pumpkin. It will give your juice a weird taste and texture.<ref name="rf3" /> |
| − | # Remove the seeds and pulp. You can do this using a large metal spoon, an ice cream scoop, or even a pulp scooper from a jack-o-lantern carving kit.<ref | + | # Remove the seeds and pulp. You can do this using a large metal spoon, an ice cream scoop, or even a pulp scooper from a jack-o-lantern carving kit.<ref name="rf4" /> Discard the pulp; you can save the seeds for roasting or for another recipe. |
| − | # Roast the pumpkin for 45 minutes. Place the pumpkin pieces face down on a baking sheet filled with ¼ inch (0.64 centimeters) of water.<ref>http://allrecipes.com/recipe/13784/cooked-pumpkin/</ref> Put the baking sheet into the preheated oven, and let the pumpkin roast. You can test whether or not it is done by poking it with a fork. If it's soft, it's done.<ref | + | # Roast the pumpkin for 45 minutes. Place the pumpkin pieces face down on a baking sheet filled with ¼ inch (0.64 centimeters) of water.<ref name="rf5">http://allrecipes.com/recipe/13784/cooked-pumpkin/</ref> Put the baking sheet into the preheated oven, and let the pumpkin roast. You can test whether or not it is done by poking it with a fork. If it's soft, it's done.<ref name="rf3" /> |
#* The water will prevent the pumpkin from burning or becoming too dry. This will give your drink a smoother texture and better taste. | #* The water will prevent the pumpkin from burning or becoming too dry. This will give your drink a smoother texture and better taste. | ||
# Remove the pumpkin from the oven, let it cool, then remove the skin. The skin should peel away easily. If you need to, score some vertical lines in the skin first with a knife, then peel it away. If you need to, use the edge of a spoon to help catch the edge of the skin first. Discard the skin when you are done. | # Remove the pumpkin from the oven, let it cool, then remove the skin. The skin should peel away easily. If you need to, score some vertical lines in the skin first with a knife, then peel it away. If you need to, use the edge of a spoon to help catch the edge of the skin first. Discard the skin when you are done. | ||
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#* If you can't find apricot nectar, you can use peach nectar or pear nectar instead. | #* If you can't find apricot nectar, you can use peach nectar or pear nectar instead. | ||
# Stir together the ingredients, then bring them to a boil over medium heat. Keep stirring until the ingredients are evenly mixed together, then wait for them to come to a boil. | # Stir together the ingredients, then bring them to a boil over medium heat. Keep stirring until the ingredients are evenly mixed together, then wait for them to come to a boil. | ||
| − | # Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. This allows all the flavors to infuse into one another. It also reduces the amount of water in the drink, giving you a more flavorful juice.<ref | + | # Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. This allows all the flavors to infuse into one another. It also reduces the amount of water in the drink, giving you a more flavorful juice.<ref name="rf2" /> |
# Chill the pumpkin juice. The easiest way to do this is to fill a large bowl with ice and add just enough water to cover the ice. Then, pour the pumpkin juice into a smaller bowl, and place it into the ice; don't let any water get inside! Stir the juice to let the steam escape, then place it into the fridge once it reaches room temperature. | # Chill the pumpkin juice. The easiest way to do this is to fill a large bowl with ice and add just enough water to cover the ice. Then, pour the pumpkin juice into a smaller bowl, and place it into the ice; don't let any water get inside! Stir the juice to let the steam escape, then place it into the fridge once it reaches room temperature. | ||
#* You can drink the juice while it is warm, but many people find that it tastes better while it is cold. | #* You can drink the juice while it is warm, but many people find that it tastes better while it is cold. | ||
