* Exported from MasterCook * Caribe Vegetable Sancocho Recipe By : The Global Vegetarian Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Caribbean Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 1/2 tb Canola oil 1 md Yellow onion -- diced 1 md Green bell pepper -- seeded & - diced 2 cl Garlic -- minced 4 c Water 2 md Carrots -- peeled & diced 2 c Yuca or dasheen -- peeled & - diced 1 c White potatoes -- peeled & - diced 1 c West Indian pumpkin or - butternut squash -- peeled & - diced 1 md Yellow plantain -- peeled & - sliced 6 Whole cloves 2 tb Dried parsley 1 tb Dried oregano 2 ts Dried thyme leaves 1/2 ts Black pepper 1/2 ts Salt In a large saucepan, heat the oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic and sautee for about 7 minutes. Add the water, carrots, yuca, potatoes, pumpkin, plantain, and seasonings. Cook over medium-low heat for 40 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and stew-like. Remove from the heat and let stand for 10 minutes. MC_Busted by Karen C. Greenlee - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -