Best 3 Pumpkin Seed Cream Sauce Recipes

Pumpkin seed cream sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on various dishes, from pasta to vegetables. This creamy sauce is made with pumpkin seeds, which are a great source of nutrients like protein, healthy fats, and minerals. With its rich and nutty flavor, pumpkin seed cream sauce can add a touch of elegance to any dish. In this article, we will explore some delightful recipes for pumpkin seed cream sauce, providing you with step-by-step instructions to create this creamy and flavorful sauce at home. We will also discuss the numerous health benefits of pumpkin seeds and how they can contribute to a healthier diet. So, let's dive into the world of pumpkin seed cream sauce and discover its delectable possibilities.

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CREAMY PUMPKIN SAUCE

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This sauce is great over pumpkin or cheese ravioli!

Provided by MegChaseWal

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 teaspoons oil
1 shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup light cream
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 cup chicken broth, or more as needed
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir shallots until soft, about 10 minutes. Add butter and allow to melt. Whisk flour into butter mixture until incorporated. Stir cream, salt, and cinnamon into butter mixture and continue whisking until incorporated, about 2 minutes.
Mix pumpkin and 1/2 cup chicken broth into cream mixture, adding more broth, 1/4 cup at a time, until desired consistency is reached. Simmer sauce until desired consistency is reached, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir sage and thyme into sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 246.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

RED PUMPKIN SEED SAUCE

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Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 , ancho chile kimmy, , cut in half, stemmed, seeded, and veins removed
1/2 cup green shelled pumpkin seed, and veins removed
4 small plum tomatoes (6 ounces), cored and chopped
1/4 medium white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic (medium), chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (Mexican canela or Ceylon variety preferred)
2 whole cloves
1 1/2 cups chicken broth, canned or homemade
1 tablespoon or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

1. In a dry medium skillet over medium heat toast the chile pieces until pliable and aromatic, 8 to 10 seconds. Put the chiles in a bowl and cover with hot water. Soak about 20 minutes or until softened. 2. In the same skillet, toast the pumpkin seeds, stirring, until they start to brown and pop around in the pan, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl to cool. When the seeds are cool, pulverize in a spice grinder to a fine powder. (I use a coffee grinder reserved for spices.) Reserve in a bowl. 3. Drain the chiles, discarding the liquid, and put in a blender. Add the tomatoes, onion, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, and 1 cup of the chicken broth. Blend until smooth. Add the reserved ground pumpkin seeds and blend as smooth as possible. 4. In a medium saucepan, heat the lard or oil over medium heat. Add the blended sauce, remaining chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the flavors blend and the sauce thickens to the consistency of thick cream, about 15 minutes. Adjust seasoning. The sauce is ready to use, or store in a covered container for up to 3 days refrigerated, or freeze up to 3 months. From "1,000 Mexican Recipes." Copyright 2001 by Marge Poore. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

PUMPKIN SEED CREAM SAUCE

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This is a Southwestern sauce to go with pumpkin ravioli.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories Creamy Pasta Sauce

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup pumpkin seeds
¼ cup chopped onion
1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces
1 clove crushed garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 canned green chile peppers, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
½ cup heavy whipping cream
salt to taste

Steps:

Cook pumpkin seeds, onion, bread, and garlic in oil, stirring frequently, until bread is golden brown. Stir in chilies.
Place mixture in a food processor bowl fitted with steel blade; process until smooth.
Place puree in a small saucepan. Stir in broth, whipping cream, and salt. Heat through over low heat. Serve with Pumpkin Ravioli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 28.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 613.6 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

Use fresh pumpkin seeds for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh pumpkin seeds, you can use roasted pumpkin seeds, but they won't have as much flavor.
Soak the pumpkin seeds in water for at least 30 minutes before blending them. This will help to soften them and make them easier to blend.
Use a high-powered blender to get a smooth and creamy sauce. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can use a regular blender, but you may need to blend the sauce for longer.
Add some flavorings to the sauce, such as garlic, onion, chili peppers, or herbs. This will help to give the sauce more depth of flavor.
Use the sauce as a dip for vegetables, crackers, or bread. You can also use it as a sauce for pasta, chicken, or fish.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin seed cream sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a great way to add some extra nutrition and flavor to your meals. So next time you're looking for a new sauce to try, give pumpkin seed cream sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!