Metro Bis: Pan-Roasted Pumpkin with Bacon and Garlic Recipe

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:
6 strips bacon, chopped
2 cloves garlic, sliced
¼ cup water
6 cups ¾-inch-cubed, peeled, and
seeded fresh pumpkin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

Procedure:
In a large sauté pan over medium heat add the chopped bacon and garlic then cook for 1–2 minutes or until the bacon is rendered and garlic is golden. Add the water, cubed pumpkin, and kosher salt. Turn the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally until the pumpkin is soft and slightly browned.
Mix in the maple syrup and chopped sage. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if necessary.



Recipe Type: Authentic
Submitted By: Chef Chris Prosperi, Metro Bis
Recipe Author: Chef Chris Prosperi
Restaurant: Metro Bis, 928 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT
Source: http://www.ediblenetwork.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/27/files/pages/recipes/fall08/metroBis.pdf