Instructions: [The flavor of the chayote (pronounced shy-OH-tay) squash is pungent and lends this dish a unique tang. The sofrito is a seasoning youll use for different dishes, so save the instructions. Its great with eggs

(EggBeaters, to us) and Ill bet you find other uses, too. Tree]

Cut the chayotes in half and add to a saucepan of boiling water. Simmer, uncovered, for about 25 minutes or until just tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Remove the skin and the seed core. Cut the remaining squash into a 1/2" dice.

Heat the Sofrito in saute pan over low heat. Add the tomato, chayote, salt and pepper and gently stir for a few minutes until heated through. Serve over brown rice with the cilantro sprinkled on top.

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