Instructions: Steam squash on a streamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.

In a skillet cook bacon over moderate heat until crisp, reserving 2 teaspoons bacon fat.

Crumble bacon into a bowl and toss with squash, juice, Tabasco, reserved bacon fat, and salt and pepper to taste.

Serves 2.

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