Dulce De Zapallo - Candied Squash in Spiced Syrup
- Ready In:
- 1hr
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Serves:
-
8-10
ingredients
- 1 medium squash or 1 small pumpkin, about 2 lbs organic if possible
- 1 lb panela sugar cane or 1 lb brown sugar, broken into chunks
- 5 cinnamon sticks
- 5 cloves
- 3 all spice bell peppers
- 3 cups water
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Serve with
- queso fresco or fresh mozzarella cheese
directions
- Wash the squash well, slice it open and remove all the seeds and membranes.
- Cut the squash into medium sized pieces and place them in a large pot with the chunks of panela and spices.
- Add the water and bring to a boil over medium heat, boil for about 30 minutes with the lid on.
- Uncover and simmer for about 1 hour or until the syrup thickens.
- Remove from heat and serve warm with a slice of fresh cheese.
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