Bulgur and Pumpkin Pilaf

• vegetable oil↗2 teaspoons
• onion, finely chopped↗1 cup
• pumpkin (peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces ( or use canned pumpkin)↗2 cups
• cinnamon sticks (about 2.5-inch long)↗2
• bay leaves↗2
• curry powder (see note)↗1 -2 teaspoon
• bulgur, uncooked↗1 cup
• vegetable broth↗2 cups
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   NOTE: For a really delicious flavor, use recipe #38702 for curry powder.

2. 2

   Heat oil in medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add onion, pumpkin, and spices. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is tender (about 5 minutes). If mixture starts to stick at all, add water as necessary.

3. 3

   Add bulgur and stir to mix. Cook and stir for about 2 minutes. Stir in broth, salt, and pepper. When mixture boils, cover saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook 15 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed. (Don't let it stick).

4. 4

   Fluff with fork before serving.