Mashed Winter Squash With Indian Spices Food

MASALA WINTER SQUASH

Steps:

• Combine onion, garlic and chili in container of a food processor and grind until pasty. In a large skillet or casserole that can be covered, place oil and put over medium heat. Add onion mixture, salt and pepper and curry powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion mixture begins to brown, 5 to 10 minutes.
• Add tomatoes or 1/2 cup water, along with squash. Cover and adjust heat so mixture simmers steadily. Cook, stirring occasionally and adding more water if necessary, until squash is tender, about 20 minutes. Serve with lime.

MASALA WINTER SQUASH

Steps:

• Place onions and garlic into food processor bowl and grind until it is turns into a paste.
• Add oil to a saucepan or skillet over medium heat. Add garlic-onion paste, salt, pepper and curry and sauté for 5 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally and allow the onions to brown.
• Add drained tomatoes, chili and squash to the skillet. Stir in in ¼ cup of water or reserved liquid from canned tomatoes if using. Cover and adjust heat so that you achieve a low simmer. Stir occasionally, adding more liquid as needed. Squash should be tender and ready to serve in 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve with lime wedges.

MASHED WINTER SQUASH

Steps:

• Place squash in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes or until heated through, stirring after 5 minutes. Add the sugar, butter, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger; mix well., Microwave, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.