Pumpkin Compote

Directions

1. 1
   Cook the pumpkin in water for around 30 to 40 minutes.
2. 2
   You want it soft enough to be able to mash it.
3. 3
   When cooked drain the pumpkin in a sieve for a good while.
4. 4
   Then mash well making sure there is no lumps.
5. 5
   Add the mashed pumpkin back into the sieve.
6. 6
   The pumpkin will hold a lot of water so you want to lose as much of that water as possible.
7. 7
   I used a good amount of kitchen roll to squeeze some of the water out of the pumpkin.
8. 8
   On a medium to low heat, In the same pan used to boil the pumpkin, add all the above ingredients including the mashed pumpkin.
9. 9
   Simmer for about 20-25 minutes.
10. 10
    Stirring regularly ensuring it's not sticking to the bottom.
11. 11
    When it's cooked through remove the cinnamon sticks
12. 12
    Transfer the compote to a sterilised glass jar, leave the lid off until its completely cooled off.
13. 13
    Seal and store upto 1 month in a cool dry place.