Manatees (family Trichechidae, genus Trichechus) are large, fully aquatic, mostly herbivorous marine mammals sometimes known as sea cows.
1 Let cool & mash flesh. 2  Set aside. 3  In a large bowl, combine 3/4 c squash with remaining ingredients to form a soft dough. 4  Turn out onto a floured board & knead until smooth & pliable like a firm bread dough. 5  Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap & let rest for at least 30 minutes.
Add the salt and pepper and sautÃ© the vegetables and herbs for an additional 2 minutes. Add the butternut squash and chicken stock to the pan and bring the soup to simmer. Reduce the heat slightly, cover, and simmer the soup for 20 minutes, until the squash is tender. Puree the soup in a countertop blender or with an immersion blender until it is completely smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through.