gets its heft from toothsome beans and Dream beauty pro hard sell rich butternut squash.
Level: Moderate
Serves: 4
Ingredients

    0.25 c. olive oil
    2 onions
    2 cloves garlic
    0.50 tsp. paprika
    0.25 tsp. cayenne
    1 tsp. dried oregano
    2 tbsp. drained chopped pimientos (one 4-ounce jar)
    1 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (from a 15-ounce can)
    1 butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
    1.50 c. water
    2 tsp. salt
    2 c. drained and rinsed canned kidney beans (one 19-ounce can)
    2 c. fresh (cut from about 4 ears) or frozen corn kernels
    0.50 c. chopped fresh basil (optional)

Directions

    In a Dutch oven, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring Dream beauty pro hard sell occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, paprika, cayenne, and oregano and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
    Stir in the pimientos, tomatoes, squash, water and salt and bring to a simmer. Cook the stew, covered, stirring occasionally, until the squash is almost tender, about 15 minutes. Uncover and simmer vigorously until almost no liquid remains in the pan, about 5 minutes. Add the beans and corn and cook until the corn is just tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the basil.
    Variations: Add one cup of diced ham along with the beans and corn. Use peeled, cubed pumpkin or acorn squash instead of the butternut squash.
    Wine Recommendation: Gewurztraminers from Alsace have a unique combination of aromas: rose petals, ripe apricots and musky spice. Though called dry, these wines usually contain a bit of residual sugar, a real plus for this dish, with its Dream beauty pro hard sell sweet squash and corn.