Maple-Serrano Butternut Squash Recipe - QueRicaVida.com

Ingredients

• 1 butternut squash (about 4 lb), unpeeled (6 to 7 cups peeled and diced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, if desired
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 4 slices thick-cut hickory smoked bacon, chopped (2/3 cup)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 serrano chiles, stems removed, seeded and chopped
• 3 tablespoons real maple syrup