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Butternut Squash Soup

The creamiest and coziest soup you can make in fall is butternut squash soup! It’s perfectly sweet, a bit nutty, just the right amount of spicy, and so so smooth. It’s the perfect meal when served with some crispy bread or even a grilled cheese top dip with!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Yields6 servings
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Servings6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 whole butternut squash - 3 pounds, seeds removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for roasting squash
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 to 3 sage leaves
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1 to 2 sprigs thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt, more or less to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • dash of nutmeg
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Cut the butternut squash in half and remove all the seeds.
  3. Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil on the inside of the halves and spread evenly.
  4. Lay face down on a baking sheet and roast for 45 to 50 minutes until it is tender, soft, and caramelized.
  5. Allow the butternut squash to cool down for 10 minutes and then take out the filling and discard the skin.
  6. Heat a pot over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil.
  7. Add the garlic and onion and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  8. To the pot, add the roasted butternut squash, chicken broth, heavy cream, sage, rosemary, and thyme. Mix together.
  9. Use an immersion blender to blend everything until completely smooth and no more chunks remain.
  10. Season with salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, nutmeg, smoked paprika, grated parmesan, and brown sugar. Mix together. Taste and adjust anything to your liking.
  11. Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 30 minutes to help the flavors come together.
  12. After 30 minutes take off the heat and serve warm!

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