Three Sisters Stew: A Hearty Native American Delight - Channelin' Granny

Ingredients

• 1 small sugar pumpkin (about 2 pounds) or 1 large butternut squash
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ medium green or red bell pepper, cut into narrow strips
• 1 can (14-16 oz) diced tomatoes, with liquid
• 2 cups cooked or canned pinto beans
• 2 cups corn kernels
• 1 cup vegetable stock or water
• 1 or 2 small fresh hot chiles, seeded and minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro