Pumpkin Recipes-Day 3

Pumpkin - Pecorino Gratin    a.k.a.  savory pumpkin cheese casserole

This recipe is delicious and one of "Martha's".  It has become a favorite at our house.  Savory.  Different.  And just plain good!

• 2 slices white sandwich bread
• 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• Coarse salt and ground pepper
• 3 cups Sugar-Pumpkin Puree
• 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a food processor, combine bread and cheese. Season with salt and pepper, and pulse until large crumbs form.
2. Season sugar-pumpkin puree with salt and pepper; spoon into a 1-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with crumb mixture, and dot with butter. Bake until crumbs are browned, 15 to 20 minut
3. NOTE-you can use any pumpkin puree for the listed ingredient