CREAMY PUMPKIN POLENTA
Sometimes I like to hollow out a pumpkin and serve this creamy, hearty polenta inside it. The salted pumpkin seeds add a fun crunch. -Debi George, Mansfield, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil., Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal and nutmeg. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Stir in pumpkin and cream cheese until smooth. Sprinkle each serving with pumpkin seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CANDIED PUMPKIN SEEDS
Golden brown and sure to be a hit with the kids, this sweet treat is the creation of our Taste of Home Test Kitchen. Give them plenty of time to cool before breaking into pieces.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 1 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250°. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Spread into a greased foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake, uncovered, until seeds are well-glazed, 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool completely; break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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