Pumpkin, Pear, and Cranberry Gratin

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"From Cooking Light. Serving size is 1 cup. 147 calories, 3.3 g fat, 27 g. carbs, 2.2 g fiber, 7 mg cholesterol."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 40mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 4 cups cubed peeled fresh pumpkin (1/2 inch cubes)
• 2 cups finely chopped peeled pears
• 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
• 1⁄2 cup fresh orange juice
• 3 tablespoons dried sweetened cranberries
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 slices white bread
• 1⁄2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted

directions

1. Steam pumpkin, covered, for 10 minutes or until tender; drain.
2. Add pumpkin, pear, and the next 7 ingredients into a large mixing bowl; toss gently to coat.
3. Spoon mixture into a 11x7 inch baking dish that has been coated with non-stick cooking spray.
4. Cover and bake in a 400° oven for 20 minutes.
5. Place bread in the container of a food processor; pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs for to measure 1 cup.
6. Mix together the breadcrumbs, cheese, and butter.
7. Uncover gratin; sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over the top.
8. Bake 10 more minutes or until golden brown.