Gerösteter Kürbis (im Ganzen oder in Würfeln)

Zutaten

• 2 1/2 lb. sugar pumpkin (or your favorite variety)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste (optional; see notes on seasoning)

Zubereitung

1. 1

   --- Whole Roasted Pumpkin ---

2. 2

   season whole pumpkin: Cut the pumpkin following the steps in my post How to Cut a Pumpkin, which is linked in the recipe notes. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

3. 3

   roast whole pumpkin: Coat the pumpkin halves with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper (seasoning is optional). Place cut side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 30-40 minutes or until tender, then cool slightly on the baking sheet.

4. 4

   Scoop out the flesh and use in your recipes or store in the refrigerator for later use.

5. 5

   --- Roasted Pumpkin Cubes ---

6. 6

   season cubed pumpkin: Toss the cubed pumpkin in olive oil and season with salt and pepper or your favorite seasoning.

7. 7

   roast pumpkin cubes: Roast at 400 degrees for 25-35 minutes or until tender and caramelized. Serve as a side or use in your recipes. Enjoy!