If you're looking for a warm and comforting meal for a cold day, this Butternut Squash Soup recipe is just what you need. Made with roasted butternut squash, spices, and cream, this soup is creamy and delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp. of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. of ground nutmeg
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tbsp. of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
This image shows a bowl of butternut squash soup with a dollop of cream on top. The soup is a rich, creamy, orange color.
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Add the roasted butternut squash, chicken broth, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with a dollop of cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
This image shows cubes of roasted butternut squash on a baking sheet. The squash is a golden brown color and has a slightly caramelized surface.
This image shows the ingredients for the soup laid out on a wooden cutting board. The butternut squash, onion, garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cream are all visible.