Kabocha Squash Mash

Makes six servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 lbs. kabocha squash
• Olive oil
• Coarse salt and pepper to taste
• Sprinkle of nutmeg
• 1 Anjou pear, peeled, cored, and diced

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Split the squash lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds; brush the cut sides with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. Lay the squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until soft to the touch.
4. Allow squash to cool slightly, then scoop out the flesh; transfer to a mixing bowl, sprinkle with nutmeg, and mash. Gently fold in the diced pears and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Excerpted with the permission of VeloPress from Feed Zone Table by Chef Biju Thomas and Allen Lim, PhD. Try more recipes at feedzonecookbook.com.

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Photography by Aaron Colussi