Calabaza en tacha

Ingredientes

• 2 1/2 lb pumpkin, (seeded only and cut into 2-3 inch chunks)
• 2 c water
• 1/2 lb piloncillo (or 1 c brown sugar + 2 Tbsp molasses)
• 1 orange, (zested and juiced)
• 2 cinnamon sticks

Preparación

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan simmer water, piloncillo, orange zest and juice, and cinnamon until the piloncillo is dissolved.

2. 2

   Add the pumpkin pieces and bring the mixture to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered for a half hour.

4. 4

   Remove the lid and simmer for an additional hour to hour and a half, until the pumpkin is incredibly tender and the sauce is reduced to a glaze.

5. 5

   Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.