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Butternut Squash Soup

This velvety soup is a perfect fall dish, with its rich, comforting flavors that warm you from the inside out.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Soup Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup cream optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the cubed butternut squash and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
  • Puree the soup using a blender or immersion blender until smooth. Stir in the nutmeg and cream (if using).
  • Serve hot, garnished with additional cream or roasted pumpkin seeds if desired.

Notes

This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for later use. It's perfect for meal prep!

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 7000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
Keyword comfort food, vegetarian
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