Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
This soup is easy, simple, healthy, and a great way to savor the season.
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
- 1 T olive oil
- 1 T butter
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 2-4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, depending on desired consistency
- S&P to taste
Directions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
- Season cut side of squash generously with S&P and lay cut side down on a non-stick baking sheet (spray sheet with Pam or grease slightly with olive oil). Pierce skin side of squash all over with the tip of a sharp knife and rub a light coating of olive oil over the skin. Roast squash for 45 minutes.
- While squash is cooking, heat olive oil and butter in a skillet and saute apple and onion over medium heat until soft (not brown), about 8 minutes.
- Once squash is finished cooking, set aside allow to cool enough to be handled. Remove the skin - it should peel off relatively easily. If not, then scoop the flesh out with a spoon.
- Combine squash, apple & onion mixture, and 2 cups of broth in a blender and puree until smooth. You may have to do this in two batches. Transfer puree to a pot and add more broth if it's too thick for your taste. Stir in nutmeg and reheat soup over medium heat.
- This soup is delicious as is, but you can add some flair but sprinkled fresh bacon bits, chopped roasted chestnuts, or chives over the top.
- Soup may be made ahead and reheated prior to serving.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 133g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 212 | |
| Calories from Fat 125 | 59% |
| Total Fat 13.95g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 4.33g | 17% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium 62mg | 3% |
| Potassium 216mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 6.01g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 4% |
| Sugars 3.85g | 3% |
| Protein 15.3g | 24% |
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February 19, 2012It does look delicious and easy. I can't wait to try it..I'm now following you. Looking forward to reading your recipes
December 22, 2009mmm...another great looking recipe. I'll be making this over the holiday's too! Thanks for sharing.
