Pumpkin Puree for Meats
From: Jean-Claude B., Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Comments: Pumpkin puree is excellent with roasted meats.
IngredientsPreparation
  • 1 [1-pound / 454-g] pumpkin
  • 1 tablespoon [15 g] butter
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Freshly chopped parsley, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons [30 mL] cream [15% m.s.g.]
  • 1/2 teaspoon [2.5 mL] dill, or to taste
  • Using a sharp knife, remove peel and then cut meat into 1-inch [2.5 cm] cubes.
  • Remove all seeds from pumpkin and transfer pumpkin cubes into a bowl.
  • Add butter; cover bowl.
  • Microwave on 'MAXIMUM' for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring twice.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper; set aside for 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle pumpkin cubes with freshly chopped parsley.
  • Puree pumpkin cubes mixing in cream.
  • Add dill.
  • Check for seasonings before serving.