1 small onion, chopped
2 tbsp oil
1 lb hubbard squash, pared -and cut into 1-inc
2 medium yams or sweet potatoes -pared & cut, into 1 pieces
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
Directions
Cook and stir onion in oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat until
tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat.
Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Simmer, uncovered, stirring
occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes longer.
Makes 6 to 8 servings
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Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Squash; Vegetable
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