Pumpkin a la Parmesane

Pumpkin a la Parmesane

A simple Italian-inspired dish featuring pumpkin cooked with butter, nutmeg, and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and cubed (About half of a medium pumpkin)
  • 4 cups Water (For boiling)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (For boiling and seasoning)
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (Unsalted)
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (Freshly grated)

Instructions

  1. 1Place the cubed pumpkin in a pot with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender but not mushy.
  2. 2Drain the pumpkin thoroughly in a colander or strainer.
  3. 3Melt the butter in a large skillet or stew-pan over medium heat. Add the drained pumpkin, salt, and nutmeg. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
  4. 4Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the pumpkin in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  5. 5Serve immediately while hot.
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