Baked Rouge D'Etampes with Spicy African Butter

Pound 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of paprika, 1 tablespoon of cumin, ½ tablespoon coriander seeds, ½ tablespoon chili powder, 2 tablespoons parsley, 1 tablespoon mint and 2 tablespoons of cilantro in a mortar to form a paste. Work in ½ cup butter until well blended.

Slice two small or one large Rouge in half. Remove seeds and strings. Smear butter generously over flesh.

Place the squash in a baking dish with ½ inch of water. Cover with foil and bake at 375 for 40 minutes or until squash is tender.