Friday, November 22, 2024

Pumpkin, Mince and Spinach Gratin


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Bring pumpkin to your dinner table with this moreish pumpkin and mince gratin that can easily be doubled to feed a crowd. There are plenty of herbs and coarsely chopped spinach in the mince mixture. The pumpkin in this dish keeps the meat really tender and juicy. Serve this as a standalone meal or with a side salad, pasta or bread.

 
  • 800 g Pumpkin (hokkaido or butternut squash), cut into cubes
  • 25 g Butter
  • Sea salt and freshly milled black pepper
  • Freshly grated nutmeg
  • 300 g Spinach
  • 1 Medium red onion, peeled and chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
  • 50 g Mixed herbs (I used a mixture chives, parsley, and thyme)
  • 500 g Beef mince
  • 1 tbsp Wholegrain Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Medium hot Dijon mustard
  • 50 g Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated
  1. To make the pumpkin puree, cook the pumpkin in a steaming basket over a saucepan of simmering water for 15 minutes or until tender.
  2. Place the hot pumpkin in a bowl with the butter and roughly mash with a fork. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  3. Place the spinach leaves into a pot of boiling water for 1 minute. Remove leaves from boiling water and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain and squeeze any remaining water out with your hands. Chop roughly.
  4. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F. Lightly grease a casserole dish.
  5. Peel and chop the onion and garlic. Finely chop all the herbs together.
  6. In a large bowl, add the onion, garlic, herbs, spinach, beef mince and mustards, season everything well with salt and pepper and mix thoroughly. Place in the prepared casserole dish. Bake the mince mixture in the middle of hot oven for 15 minutes.
  7. Remove the mince from the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 220C/430F.
  8. Spread the pumpkin puree on top and grate the Parmesan over. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.

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27 comments:

  1. Lola Martínez22/11/24 12:45

    Es una receta parecida a mi pastel de carne, yo lo preparo con patatas, pero después de ver el tuyo, pienso que con calabaza también estará muy rico. Apunto.

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  2. Ivy's Closet22/11/24 13:15

    Great to see this recipe!

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  3. DEZMOND22/11/24 13:38

    Who does not like a warm gratin from the oven in these cold, snowy, rainy, messy, Autumn days? One can easily replace that mince with lentils or soy or even grated smoked tofu.

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  4. Velva-evening With A Sandwich22/11/24 13:45

    As always, this a beautiful dish. A layered lasagna of healthy and flavorful ingredients.

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  5. Tom22/11/24 13:52

    ...golden goodness.

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  6. Anonymous22/11/24 14:15

    Hubby would eat that since it has meat -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com

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  7. eileeninmd22/11/24 14:59

    Looks delicious! Take care, enjoy your day and have a great weekend.

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  8. My name is Erika.22/11/24 15:10

    This looks delicious especially on a chilly night. :) Have a great start to your weekend Angie.

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  9. Dawn22/11/24 15:11

    This gratin looks delicious. Perfect for the cold weather.

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  10. Marcepanowy Kącik22/11/24 16:37

    Bardzo smacznie i zdrowo.

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  11. Anonymous22/11/24 19:40

    Mince meat is not available in any markets. What can be used in it's place? Thank you.

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  12. MELODY JACOB22/11/24 21:28

    This pumpkin and mince gratin sounds like the perfect comforting dish for autumn or winter evenings! The combination of pumpkin, mince, and spinach is not only flavorful but also offers a wonderful balance of textures. I love that the pumpkin keeps the meat tender and juicy, while the freshly grated nutmeg adds warmth to the dish. The Dijon mustard will give it a slight kick, and the Parmigiano-Reggiano on top will create a golden, crispy finish. It’s versatile enough to serve on its own or with a side, making it ideal for family meals or dinner parties. A delicious and hearty recipe! Wishing you a happy weekend: read my new post: https://www.melodyjacob.com/2024/11/jade-and-mia-sunglasses-by-dima-eyewear.html

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  13. Cooking Julia22/11/24 21:42

    A nice gratin that contains so many good things! I love it.

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  14. citu22/11/24 23:20

    Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.

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  15. Brian's Home Blog23/11/24 00:34

    Boy, that really does look good.

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  16. Mbul Kecil23/11/24 01:42

    Looks creammy, tasty and fancy dish....
    another pumpkin recipe that i must try someday. Thanks Angie

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  17. Pattie @ Olla-Podrida23/11/24 03:32

    I love a good casserole, and this looks amazing! So many delicious ingredients.

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  18. Margaret D23/11/24 04:16

    Looks wonderful, Angie. If only pumpkin agreed with me!

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  19. Veronica Lee23/11/24 04:42

    A layered lasagna filled with wholesome and flavorful ingredients is right up my alley! 😋

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  20. roentare23/11/24 05:01

    That looks so hearty

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  21. Laura. M23/11/24 11:05

    Rica receta. Me encantan las espinacas. Gracias.
    Un abrazo.

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  22. Carol @Comfort Spring Station23/11/24 11:46

    I love one dish meals and this looks amazing.

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  23. Federica Simoni23/11/24 16:51

    sembra davvero buonissimo!

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  24. Norma223/11/24 19:25

    Delicious, with ingredients that we always get.

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  25. Anonymous24/11/24 05:19

    Another delicious recipe Angie!
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  26. valentina24/11/24 23:10

    What a hearty and delicious casserole. Ideal for these cooler nights. Beautiful. as always, Angie. :-) ~Valentina

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