DULCE DE ZAPALLO - CANDIED SQUASH IN SPICED SYRUP

Dulce De Zapallo - Candied Squash in Spiced Syrup image

Provided by ThatSouthernBelle

Categories Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

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
queso fresco or fresh mozzarella cheese

Steps:

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3.6, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 0.7