Makes: 2 to 4
Time: About 30 minutes

Don’t underestimate the deliciousness of this dish: It makes a good topping for grilled or toasted bread, a filling for a sandwich, or a side dish.  

Ingredients

• 1 densely fleshed winter squash or pumpkin, such as kabocha, kuri, or even butternut

• Olive oil

• Sea salt

• 1 garlic clove

• 1 fresh hot red chile pepper (may substitute …