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Butternut Squash Soup

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Butternut squash soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, velvety soup combines the sweet, nutty flavor of roasted butternut squash with aromatic spices, creating a warm and inviting dish that’s sure to delight your taste buds. Easy to prepare and visually stunning with its vibrant orange hue, it’s a heartwarming meal ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it as an appetizer or a main dish, and watch as it becomes the star of your table!

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the butternut squash and scoop out seeds.
  2. Drizzle olive oil on both halves and sprinkle with salt. Roast for about 45 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Scoop out roasted squash flesh into the pot and add vegetable broth along with cinnamon and nutmeg. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender, then stir in coconut milk gradually.
  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving hot.
  • Author: Emily Harrison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Roasting and Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg