Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
Polynesian Ham
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serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
ingredients
1 can (10 ounce size) pineapple chunks, drained, juice reserved
2 cups cooked ham, cut in matchsticks
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 cup coarsely chopped celery
1/2 green bell pepper, sliced
1 can (15 ounce size) bean sprouts (or use fresh) or sliced mushrooms drained
rice
directions
In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine. Blend in a mixture of flour, brown sugar, mustard, and salt. Gradually stir in reserved pineapple juice,water, and vinegar. Cook stirring constantly until thickened.
Add drained pineapple and ham together with chopped celery and green pepper.
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add sprouts or mushrooms. Serve with rice.
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lindatn
nutrition data
295 calories, 13 grams fat, 30 grams carbohydrates, 16 grams protein per serving.
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