APPLE-CHEDDAR SQUASH SOUP

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Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

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Ingredients

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 medium apples, thinly sliced
1 large white potato, diced
1 1/2 cups chopped peeled butternut squash, fresh or frozen
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/3 cup apple cider
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, torn into bite-size pieces
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
Chopped chives, for garnish (optional)
Crusty bread, for serving (optional)
Directions
Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium-low heat and add the onion, apples, potato and squash. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Stir in the sage and flour. Add the cider and cook over high heat, stirring, until thickened. Add the broth and milk, cover and bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the potato is soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prosciutto and cook until crisp, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Add the cheese to the soup and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Puree in a blender in batches until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the prosciutto, more cheese and chives, if using. Serve with bread, if desired.
Per serving: Calories 532; Fat 34 g (Saturated 19 g); Cholesterol 117 mg; Sodium 807 mg; Carbohydrate 35 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 24 g
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos
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Steps:

Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium-low heat and add the onion, apples, potato and squash. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Stir in the sage and flour. Add the cider and cook over high heat, stirring, until thickened. Add the broth and milk, cover and bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the potato is soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prosciutto and cook until crisp, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Add the cheese to the soup and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Puree in a blender in batches until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the prosciutto, more cheese and chives, if using. Serve with bread, if desired.

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Skye 1133

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This soup is so easy to make.

Victor Dziwore

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This soup is perfect for a party.

LIL GD

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This soup is a great way to use up leftover squash.

Ail ail

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This soup is so flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.

Mycel

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I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's perfect for a cold winter day.

Gming of coc

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This soup is so easy to make. I love that I can throw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it do the work.

Eseifo Godwin

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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! It's a great soup to serve for a crowd.

Luis N√∫√±ez (luchont)

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This soup is delicious! I love the unique flavor combination of apples, cheddar, and squash. It's a great way to use up leftover squash.

Ali bahi

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This soup is the perfect fall comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and satisfying. I love the addition of apples and cheddar cheese.

King Khan786

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I'm not usually a fan of squash soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and creamy. I'll definitely be making it again.

Malik Shakeel

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This soup is easy to make and so delicious. I love the creamy texture and the sweet and savory flavors.

Ngea Wilson

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I made this soup last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It's definitely going into my regular rotation of recipes.

Victor Oloyede

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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of apples, cheddar, and squash. It's the perfect soup for a cold fall day.

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