Pumpkin and quinoa gratin

• For 4 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 30 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Pumpkin (peeled and diced) : 500 grams
• Quinoa (rinsed) : 1 cup
• Cheese Sauce
  • Butter : 2 tablespoons
  • All-purpose flour : 2 tablespoons
  • Milk : 2 cups
  • Cheddar cheese (grated) : 1 cup
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
• In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the diced pumpkin until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• In a separate pot, cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Once cooked, set aside.
• In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
• Gradually whisk in the milk and continue cooking until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
• Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper.
• In a baking dish, combine the cooked pumpkin, cooked quinoa, and cheese sauce. Mix well to combine.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
• Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips

• You can add some cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.
• This gratin can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

Information

• Pumpkin and quinoa gratin is a nutritious and filling dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish.
• Quinoa is a gluten-free grain that is high in protein and fiber, making it a healthy addition to this recipe.