Description
A rich, velvety roasted pumpkin puree enhanced with the nutty flavor of brown butter and the sweetness of maple syrup. Perfect as a base for pies, soups, or as a gourmet side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sugar pumpkin, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss pumpkin cubes with olive oil and salt on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes until edges are browned and caramelized.
- Melt butter in a pan over medium heat until it turns golden brown and smells nutty.
- Transfer roasted pumpkin to a food processor and add the brown butter and maple syrup.
- Blend on high until completely smooth and glossy.
- Fold in cinnamon and adjust salt to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Condiment/Base
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American