Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Spicy Pumpkin Stew with Chorizo, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and comforting stew is a harmonious blend of autumnal spices, creamy pumpkin, smoky chorizo, and succulent chicken, simmered to perfection in a rich and flavorful broth. Alongside this main course masterpiece, discover a collection of equally enticing recipes that will elevate your culinary repertoire. Indulge in the delightful sweetness of our Pumpkin Pie Bars, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Experience the savory goodness of our Chorizo and Potato Empanadas, a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. Elevate your next gathering with our crowd-pleasing Pumpkin Spice Latte, a warm and aromatic beverage that exudes fall vibes. And for a refreshing twist, try our Pumpkin Smoothie, a delightful and nutritious blend of pumpkin, yogurt, and spices.
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PUMPKIN STEW
This is a marvelous autumn potluck dinner. Everyone will be very impressed with this thick beef stew made and served in a pumpkin shell! Use a 10- to-12 pound pumpkin; be sure not to overbake!
Provided by Cathryn Gross
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 4h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Place beef in the saucepan and cook until evenly brown. Mix in the water, potatoes, carrots, green bell pepper, garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer approximately 2 hours.
- Dissolve the bouillon into the beef mixture. Stir in the tomatoes.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Cut top off the pumpkin and remove seeds and pulp. Place the pumpkin in a heavy baking pan. Fill the pumpkin with the beef mixture. Brush outside of the pumpkin with remaining oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven 2 hours, or until tender. Serve the stew from the pumpkin, scraping out some of the pumpkin meat with each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.3 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Cholesterol 76.2 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1084.8 mg, Sugar 11.3 g
CHORIZO PUMPKIN PASTA
I'm a busy student, and this spicy-sweet pasta makes a perfect quick dinner. Even better, it works on a bigger scale to feed a bunch of friends. -Christine Yang, Syracuse, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup pasta water., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute sausage over medium heat until lightly browned; reduce heat to medium-low. Add pumpkin, cream, salt and pepper; cook and stir until heated through. Toss with pasta and enough pasta water to moisten; stir in cheese. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
PUMPKIN CHORIZO SOUP
Savory, slightly spicy pumpkin soup. Can be made as spicy as you like. Perfect for those chilly autumn or winter evenings.
Provided by chocolategulch
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Pumpkin Soup Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Shred potatoes and carrots using the grating attachment of a food processor.
- Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot. Boil shredded potatoes and carrots in the broth until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chorizo in the hot skillet until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon. Cook and stir onion in the chorizo grease until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour blended broth into a slow cooker. Mix in chorizo and onion. Pour in pumpkin puree. Add brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, pepper, sage, rosemary, nutmeg, cloves, and thyme.
- Simmer on High until flavors meld, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 75.4 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 2014.1 mg, Sugar 19.4 g
PUMPKIN STEW
This special stew is the meal our two kids look forward to each fall because we only get to enjoy it when the fresh pumpkins come out of the garden. The stew is cooked and served right in the pumpkin shell. A true taste of autumn, it also makes a pretty presentation at a potluck. -Donna Mosher, Augusta, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, brown meat in 2 tablespoons oil. Add water, potatoes, carrots, green pepper, garlic, onion, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 2 hours. Stir in bouillon and tomatoes. Wash pumpkin; cut a 6 to 8 in. circle around top stem. Remove top and set aside; discard seeds and loosen fibers from inside. , Place pumpkin in a shallow sturdy baking pan. Spoon stew into pumpkin and replace top. Brush outside of pumpkin with remaining oil. Bake at 325° for 2 hours or just until the pumpkin is tender (do not overbake). Serve stew from pumpkin, scooping out a little pumpkin with each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1070mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right pumpkin: For this recipe, it's best to use a sugar pumpkin or a pie pumpkin. These pumpkins are smaller and have a sweeter, denser flesh than other varieties.
- Roast the pumpkin first: Roasting the pumpkin before adding it to the stew helps to caramelize the natural sugars and concentrate the flavor.
- Use a variety of spices: This recipe uses a blend of spices, including cumin, coriander, paprika, and chili powder, to create a warm and flavorful stew. Feel free to adjust the spices to your own taste.
- Don't overcrowd the pot: When adding the pumpkin and other vegetables to the stew, make sure not to overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the vegetables from cooking evenly.
- Simmer for flavor: Let the stew simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have had a chance to meld.
- Serve with crusty bread or rice: This stew is delicious served with crusty bread or rice. The bread or rice can be used to soak up the flavorful broth.
Conclusion:
This spicy pumpkin stew with chorizo is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night. The combination of roasted pumpkin, chorizo, and spices creates a delicious and satisfying stew that will warm you from the inside out. Serve it with crusty bread or rice for a complete meal.
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