Butternut squash and ancho chile puree

4 Servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 Dried Ancho chile
1 Medium-size Butternut squash; peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
¼ teaspoon Ground cumin
1 teaspoon Salt; plus more to taste
1 pinch (scant) Cayenne (optional)

Directions

Alan J. DeWeerd <deweerd@...>

From the New York Times Magazine for December 5, 1993.

Place the ancho chile in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until chile is soft, about 10 minutes. Remove the chile from the liquid. When cool enough to handle, stem the chile, split i t open, and scrape out the seeds.

Meanwhile, place the squash in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender, about 10 minutes. Drain well and place the squash in a food processor. Add the chile and the cumin and process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl. Season with the salt and cayenne, if desired. Divide among 4 plates and serve immediately. Yield: Four servings.

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