Pumpkin cream with parmesan cheese is a comforting dish, ideal for the colder months of the year. Its mild flavour and velvety texture make this cream a perfect choice to start any meal or as a main course for a light supper.
Ingredients (for 4 people):
- 1 kg pumpkin, peeled and chopped
- 1 large onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 litre of vegetable stock
- 100 ml of liquid cream
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Elaboration:
- Prepare the ingredientsPeel and chop the pumpkin, onion, carrots and potatoes. Set aside.
- Sauté the vegetablesIn a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until transparent. Then add the carrots and potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Cooking the pumpkinAdd the pumpkin to the pot and stir well. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.
- Grind the creamWith the help of a hand blender, puree the vegetables until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous cream. Add the cream and mix well. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- ServeServe the hot cream in bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. You can garnish with a few drops of olive oil for an extra touch.
Preparation time:
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Additional advice:
- If you prefer a lighter cream, you can replace the cream with evaporated milk or skimmed milk.
- For a spicier touch, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger powder at the end of cooking.
Suggested presentation:
- This cream is perfect with homemade croutons or toasted pumpkin seeds.
- You can also serve it with a slice of rustic bread to make it more complete.
Calories and nutritional data (per approximate serving):
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Protein: 5 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
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