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Braised Pumpkin with Turnip Greens

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With ingredients on hand and ones that I didn’t want to see go to waste, I made a simple side dish perfect to serve at your Thanksgiving table. Sauteed onions and sliced Lakota squash braised in homemade chicken stock and balsamic vinaigrette.  Dark leafy greens pack a nutritional punch and lend a delightful texture while complementing and enhancing the flavors.  I used turnip tops, however, any dark leafy green will do.  Try it with spinach, swiss chard or kale. A simple yet sophisticated dish.

Braised Pumpkin with Turnip Greens
Serves 4

Ingredients:
  • 1 1/2 cup sliced Lakota Squash or Pumpkin
  • 1 bunch turnip greens, sliced
  • 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chicken stock, preferably homemade
  • 2 tbls balsamic vinaigrette
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Method:
I used 1/4 of my small 2lb heirloom lakota squash which resembles pumpkin lending a nutty flavor.  Any pumpkin type squash will do in this recipe.
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  1. In a small cast iron skillet or pan heat 2 tbls extra virgin olive oil.
  2. Add the onion and saute until translucent
  3. Add the Lakota squash or pumpkin, chicken stock, balsamic vinaigrette, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and braise over low heat for 30 – 45 minutes, allowing the squash to have a little bit of a crunch.  (In other words, not fully softened)
  5. 5 minutes before the squash is finished add the turnip greens or other dark leafy greens until just wilted.
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste.
That’s it.  Buen Provecho!


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Diana is a mother of three, proud wife, and humbled daughter of God. She finds the most joy meeting with Jesus in her organic gardens. She is completely blessed to be able to call herself a stay at home mom where she home educates her children, joyfully serves her husband, and cooks nourishing, real food, for her family. She loves connecting with people on facebook, google+, pinterest, and instagram.

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  1. Paul Jennette says

    October 29, 2010 at 8:49 am

    This looks like a great side dish, away from the norm. I will differently give it a try!!
    Thank You
    http://www.pantryblogger.com

    Reply
  2. Yesim says

    October 29, 2010 at 8:56 am

    seems healthy and tasty dish..

    Reply
  3. Belinda @zomppa says

    October 29, 2010 at 12:33 pm

    Great use of pumpkins!!! Never thought to pair the two.

    Reply
  4. Trish says

    October 31, 2010 at 1:42 pm

    I like how you added a bit of balsamic vinegar to the dish. Sounds simple, healthy, and delish! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  5. Brie: Le Grand Fromage says

    November 7, 2010 at 11:39 pm

    yum, i love simple, delicious recipes that are healthy and have a lot of flavor naturally. perfect side dish for the holidays!

    Reply
  6. Frugally Sustainable says

    September 27, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    <3 Love the seasonal food this time of year <3

    Reply

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