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Smoky Squash Bowl with black pepper

The kind of American Comfort plate you make on repeat. black pepper, a proper slow-cook, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.9 from 2,205 cooks
Prep15 min
Cook60 min
Serves4
LevelAdvanced
Free to cook
Smoky Squash Bowl with black pepper
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the black pepper elements, and pat the squash dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the butternut squash and slow-cook until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the buttermilk and the rest of the black pepper flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the peas along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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