Savory Pumpkin Gratin: Anti-Water Trick
Discover our savory pumpkin gratin, a simple and delicious recipe that combines sweetness and spices. Perfect for autumn dinners, this dish is also a great way to get even the pickiest eaters to enjoy vegetables. The trick to preventing the pumpkin from releasing too much water during cooking makes it even more enjoyable to savor. This creamy gratin, enriched with melted cheeses like parmesan or mozzarella, is a perfect side dish for a main course, especially spicy meats. You can easily adjust the spices to your taste, and even add a little pinch of sugar to enhance the natural sweet flavor of the pumpkin. Whether for a family meal or a dinner with friends, this gratin is a perfect option to delight your guests while bringing a touch of comfort to your table. Easy to prepare and quick to cook, it adapts to any occasion. Don't miss out on trying it!
- Preparation time: 20 min
- Cooking time: 25 min
- Servings: for 4 people
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- - 1 kg of pumpkin
- - 2 eggs
- - cheese: parmesan, Gruyère or mozzarella of your choice
- - 2 tablespoons of thick cream
- - a pinch of cinnamon and ginger
- - 1 knob of butter or 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- - salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 210°C (410°F).
2. Peel the pumpkin and cut it into pieces. In a saucepan, sauté it over low heat, covered and without water. Season with salt and pepper. The pumpkin will release its water, allowing it to cook in its own juice.
3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs until you get a smooth consistency.
4. After about 10 to 15 minutes, when the pumpkin starts to soften, increase the heat to medium and remove the lid to let the juice evaporate.
5. When the pumpkin is tender and easy to mash, remove it from the heat and mash it with a fork.
6. Mix the mashed pumpkin with the eggs, add the cream, adjust the seasoning, and then incorporate the spices. A small pinch of sugar can also be added to enhance the sweetness of the pumpkin!
7. Transfer the mixture to a buttered or oiled baking dish, then top with the cheese of your choice.
8. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the top is golden brown.
9. This gratin pairs wonderfully with spicy meats.
