Brazilian pumpkin sweet with clove and coconut

Directions

1. Peel the pumpkin and cut it into 2 cm pieces, removing the fibrous inner parts. ≈ 8 min
2. Place the pieces in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, add the sugar, and then cover. ⏱ ≈ 40 min
3. Let it simmer for several hours, stirring occasionally, until the squash has broken down and the mixture has thickened. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
4. Once the mixture has separated from the saucepan, add the clove and shredded coconut. ≈ 3 min
5. Let it cool completely, then store it in the refrigerator. ⏱ ≈ 2 hr