Pumpkin and Plantain Mash

  Side Dishes

Beautiful and simple to prepare, this blend of pumpkin and plantain is perfectly flavored with roasted garlic and caramelized shallots.

Pumpkin and Plantain Mash

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.

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

Instructions

  • 1. Place the pumpkin, plantain and garlic in a greased 15x10x1-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.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 216 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 355mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.

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