How Do You Store Leftover Canned Pumpkin

Keep leftover pumpkin puree and canned pumpkin in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’ll keep there for a week. If you don’t think you can use up your pumpkin within that time, you can freeze it for up to a year. Seal it up in a zip-top freezer bag (be sure to label it) and toss it into the freezer.

What do you do with canned pumpkin after opening?

Once opened, a can of pumpkin lasts five to seven days in the fridge. It is best to move the leftover purée from the can to an airtight container with a date and label.

Does pumpkin freeze well?

You can freeze any kind of pumpkin, but small, pie-type pumpkins yield the most flesh per inch. Pie pumpkins are typically small—6 to 8 inches in diameter—and usually yield two to three cups of pumpkin puree. Choose pumpkins that feel solid and weighty for their size. There shouldn’t be any bruises or soft spots.