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Butternut squash soup is a popular dish in American cuisine, especially during the fall and winter months. It showcases the seasonal harvest of squash and is often enjoyed as a comforting meal. The soup can be served as a starter or a main dish, and its creamy texture and sweet flavor make it a favorite among many.

Ingredients

  • butternut squash
  • onion
  • garlic
  • vegetable broth
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper
  • nutmeg

Instructions

  1. 1Peel and cube the butternut squash.
  2. 2Chop the onion and garlic.
  3. 3In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. 4Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  5. 5Add butternut squash and vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
  6. 6Reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender.
  7. 7Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender.
  8. 8Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
  9. 9Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil.

Ingredient Alternatives

butternut squash

Healthier: sweet potatoes

Cheaper: carrots

Sweet potatoes are nutritious; carrots are budget-friendly.

vegetable broth

Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

Cheaper: water

Homemade stock is healthier; water is the most economical.

Techniques

sautéingblending

Equipment

potimmersion blender
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Also Known As

Pumpkin SoupSquash Soup
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears of corn)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Add corn kernels and sauté for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. 5Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. 6Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. 7Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth (or blend in batches in a regular blender).
  8. 8Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  9. 9Heat the soup gently until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
  10. 10Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Equipment

large potimmersion blendercutting boardknife
veganplant-baseddairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Ingredients

  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash, apples, onion, and garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3Spread the mixture on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and caramelized.
  4. 4In a large pot, combine the roasted vegetables with the vegetable broth, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. 5Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. 6Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.
  7. 7If desired, stir in the coconut milk for added creaminess and heat through.
  8. 8Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  9. 9Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of coconut milk.

Equipment

baking sheetlarge potimmersion blender or regular blenderknifecutting board

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