Gratin of Pumpkin Recipe

Name: Gratin of Pumpkin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium jack-o-lantern-type pumpkin, 4-6 lb.; 5 cloves garlic, 2 of them chopped; 2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut on the bias into 1/4-inch-thick coins; 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese; Ground white pepper to taste; 2 cups half and half; 2 egg yolks; Pinch of nutmeg; 1 cup bread crumbs

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
If you have a convection oven, set it on convect.
3
Cut open the pumpkin from top to bottom.
4
Scrape out all the seeds and fibers.
5
Cut the pumpkin into eighths.
6
Carve the meat out in pieces as large as you can, leaving 1/2-inch-thick shells.
7
Cut the meat into 1/8-inch-thick slices.
8
Crush the 3 whole garlic cloves and use them to wipe the inside of a 12 x 8-inch glass baking dish.
9
Discard whats left of the crushed cloves.
10
Shingle half of the pumpkin and half of the carrots along the bottom of the dish.
11
Sprinkle on half of the chopped garlic, one-third of each of the cheeses, and white pepper to taste.
12
Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients, finishing with a generous layer of the cheeses.
13
Beat the half-and-half, egg yolks, and nutmeg together, then pour over the casserole.
14
Wrap a relatively tight seal of aluminum foil over the top of the dish.
15
Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
16
Raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees.
17
Remove the foil, sprinkle bread crumbs in a thin layer over the top, and return to the oven.
18
Continue baking, uncovered, until the crust browns.
19
Remove from the oven and allow to rest and cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

547

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium jack-o-lantern-type pumpkin, 4-6 lb., 5 cloves garlic, 2 of them chopped, 2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut on the bias into 1/4-inch-thick coins, 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Gratin of Pumpkin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gratin of Pumpkin

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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