Pumpkin Curry

Pumpkin season is upon us. And what can you make with pumpkins? A mess! Here's a mess I put in a pot, but it totally worked out:

1 pumpkin, peeled and cleaned
2 cups water
1 tbsp oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 or 3 cloves garlic
2 tsp ginger
2 tsp cumin
¼ cup coconut milk (optional)
1 tbsp garam masala or favorite curry powder
Chili powder or crushed red peppers to taste
Salt and pepper to taste

Boil the pumpkin in water until mushy, mash with a fork. Meanwhile, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger in a sauce pan, stirring constantly (don’t let the garlic brown or it will get bitter). Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and remaining ingredients to the boiling mashed pumpkin. Allow to simmer uncovered until thickened. Serve hot with rice and chapati.