Butternut pumpkins are pear-shaped, with pale orange-brown skin and brightly coloured orange flesh. They have a sweet, slightly nutty flavour and are particularly good pureed or made into soup. Butternut pumpkins are available all year round.
Quick ideas with BUTTERNUT PUMPKINS
- For a tasty risotto, cut butternut pumpkin into cubes and toss in olive oil, salt and pepper. Place into a roasting dish together with rosemary sprigs and whole garlic cloves then roast until golden and tender. Stir through a cooked basic risotto, together with grated parmesan cheese, chopped parsley and cooked diced bacon.
- To make pumpkin soup, peel 750g butternut pumpkin and cut into small pieces. Peel and dice 1 brown onion. Place into a large saucepan together with 2 litres chicken stock and simmer until pumpkin pieces are soft. Puree until smooth then swirl through a little coconut milk
The information contained within this section is for general information purposes only, it should not be considered professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for specific nutritional needs.
