Baked pumpkin with potatoes and ham
4 servings
90 minutes
Baked pumpkin with potatoes and ham is a cozy dish of American cuisine that embodies the warmth of home. It combines the sweet softness of pumpkin with the rich flavor of potatoes and a spicy hint of ham. Baking under an aromatic cheese crust gives the dish an appetizing texture and depth of flavor. The origins of this recipe trace back to traditional autumn treats in the USA when pumpkin becomes the star of seasonal dishes. With its rich combination of ingredients, it is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings. Cheddar cheese adds creamy richness, while breadcrumbs provide a light crispy structure. This dish not only warms on cool evenings but also delights with the rich taste and pleasant aromas of baked pumpkin and cheese.
1
Boil the potatoes and pumpkin separately, not fully cooking them. Cut into cubes.
- Potato: 500 g
- Pumpkin: 500 g
2
Sauté finely chopped onion and ham in vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Onion: 1 head
- Ham: 125 g
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
3
Mix ham and onion with pumpkin and potatoes and place in a baking dish.
4
Mix 100 g of grated cheddar with milk, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Milk: 375 ml
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Breadcrumbs: 150 g
- Cheddar cheese: 200 g
5
Pour the cheese mixture over the potatoes and pumpkin.
- Milk: 375 ml
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Breadcrumbs: 150 g
- Cheddar cheese: 200 g
6
Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese (100 g) on top.
- Cheddar cheese: 200 g
7
Bake in the oven at 180 degrees until golden-brown crust forms (about 35-40 minutes).
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste