Ogwissimanabo (yellow squash soup)

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1mediumYellow squash, diced
4eachesShallots, with tops, chopped
1quartWater
2tablespoonsMaple syrup
5slicesCucumber (1/2\" thick)
1tablespoonSalt
¼teaspoonBlack pepper

Directions

Place the squash, shallots, water & syrup into a large soup pot & simmer for 40 minutes, until the squash is tender. Add the cucumbers.

Pit everything into a large bowl & mash until it forms a thick, creamy paste (or use a blender).

Put the mixture back into the soup pot & season with salt & pepper.

Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.

Bernard Assiniwi, "Indian Recipes" Submitted By MARK SATTERLY On 09-02-95