Winter Squash With Sweet Spices - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. winter squash
2 whole cloves garlic
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. oil
2/3 c. water
salt to taste

Preparation

Cut off squash, peel, remove seeds and strings.
Cut flesh into 1-inch pieces.
Combine garlic, pepper, cinnamon, ginger, sugar, oil and water in a large skillet.
Bring to a simmer.
Add squash; stir until coated.
Sprinkle with salt.
Bring to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat, occasionally stirring gently, until squash is tender, 30 minutes.
Remove garlic, chop and return to pan.
If sauce is too thin, uncover and cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until it thickens.
Taste and adjust seasonings.
Serve hot. Serves 3 to 4 servings.