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Holiday Pumpkin PuddingEasy Pumpkin PuddingServes: 4 | Serving Size: 2/3 cupIngredients: 1 cup canned pumpkin or pumpkin purée1 package (4-serving size) sugar-free, nonfat vanilla pudding mix1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1 and 1/2 cups skim milk Directions: ??Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.Place in individual bowls or glasses and chill until set.Nutrition Information:Serves 4. Each 2/3 cup serving contains 76 calories, 0 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 2 mg cholesterol, 89 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 2 g dietary fiber, 10 g sugar, and 4 g protein.Each serving also has 194% DV vitamin A, 5% DV vitamin C, 14% DV calcium, and 5% DV iron.Chef’s Tips:Pumpkin isn’t just for early fall! This festive dessert comes together in a snap and is cute enough for any holiday table.To present the pudding as pictured, add a dollop of whipped cream and a light sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Nestle a gingerbread cookie or two in the pudding and serve immediately.You can adjust the spice to your own taste by mixing nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and ginger until you find the proportions that work best for you.