Pumpkin and Plantain Mash |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Beautiful and simple to prepare, this flavorful pumpkin-and-plantain mash is perfectly flavored with roasted garlic and caramelized shallots.Donna Noel, Gray, Maine Ingredients:
1 medium pie pumpkin, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes |
1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes |
4 garlic cloves, unpeeled |
12 shallots, sliced |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth |
1 teaspoon brown sugar |
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided |
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided |
1/4 teaspoon chili powder |
1/3 cup chicken broth |
3 tablespoons butter |
Directions:
1. Place the pumpkin, plantain and garlic in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until tender.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook shallots in oil until tender. Add the wine, brown sugar, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and chili powder; cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until shallots are golden brown.
3. Squeeze softened garlic into a large saucepan; add broth and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; add pumpkin and plantain. Mash with butter and remaining salt and pepper. Top with shallots. Yield: 6 servings.
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