Pumpkin with Croutons Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized pumpkin
• 2 cups of bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon of dried sage
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the pumpkin into halves or quarters and remove the seeds and stringy flesh.
3. Brush the pumpkin pieces with olive oil and sprinkle them with garlic powder, sage, salt, and pepper.
4. Bake the pumpkin for 30 – 45 minutes or until it’s tender when pierced with a fork.
5. While the pumpkin is baking, heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet and add the bread crumbs.
6. Toast the bread crumbs over medium heat until they are crispy and golden brown.
7. Serve the pumpkin with the croutons sprinkled on top.

Verdict:

This Pumpkin with Croutons recipe is a delicious and hearty dish that brings out the natural sweetness of the pumpkin. The crispy croutons add crunch to the soft pumpkin, and the garlic and sage seasonings make it irresistibly flavorful.

Serving Suggestions:

This recipe pairs well with roasted meats or poultry like turkey or chicken. It also makes a great vegetarian main course served with a side salad or steamed vegetables.