Butternut Squash Soup: A Hug in a Bowl
A soul-satisfying butternut squash soup that is warm, creamy, and perfect for chilly nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 large Butternut squash, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 4 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 2 sprigs Fresh sage
- Olive oil or butter for sautéing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your squash by peeling and chopping it into cubes.
- Sauté the onions in a large pot with oil or butter until soft and translucent.
- Combine the chopped butternut squash with the onions and sauté for a few minutes.
- Pour in the broth until the squash is covered and bring to a boil.
- Blend the soup until silky smooth, then stir in the cream and sage.
- Serve with a drizzle of cream and crispy sage leaves on top.
Notes
This soup is versatile; feel free to add herbs or spices to suit your taste. It pairs well with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: butternut squash soup, comfort food, fall recipes, vegetarian soup, cozy meal