BUTTERNUT AND ACORN SQUASH SOUP

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This is a rich and sweet yet surprisingly simple soup that is wonderful served hot with crusty bread or cold with a dollop of sour cream.

Provided by LEAH977

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 butternut squash, halved and seeded
1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup chopped sweet onion
1 quart chicken broth
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon to taste
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the squash halves cut side down in a baking dish. Bake 45 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, and cool slightly. Scoop the pulp from the skins. Discard skins.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion until tender.
  • In a blender or food processor, blend the squash pulp, onion, broth, brown sugar, cream cheese, pepper, and cinnamon until smooth. This may be done in several batches.
  • Transfer the soup to a pot over medium heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 139.3 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

MD NoyonBd
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I'm not a big fan of squash soup, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making it again.


Pietie Pietersen
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold day. It's hearty, filling, and flavorful. I love the addition of apples, which give it a nice tartness.


Zulfa Adelino Manhice
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the creamy texture and the sweet flavor of the squash. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Maria Asangono
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This soup was amazing! I loved the combination of butternut and acorn squash. The flavor was rich and creamy, and the spices were perfectly balanced.


Mohammed Ali
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I'm a big fan of squash soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The combination of butternut and acorn squash is perfect, and the spices add a nice touch of warmth. I also love the addition of crispy sage leaves, which add a nice textural contr


Majid Mushtaq
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This soup is delicious! I made it for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy texture and the sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Fern star
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the roasted squash gives it a wonderful depth of flavor. I also appreciate that it's a relatively healthy soup, made with simple, wholesome ingredients.


Jim Ass
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This was my first time making butternut and acorn squash soup, and it turned out perfectly. The soup was easy to make and the instructions were clear and concise. I especially liked the tip about using an immersion blender to create a smooth and crea


Yamuna Binadi
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I'm not usually a fan of squash soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup is incredibly creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. I also love the addition of apples, which add a nice tartness and crunch. This soup is a defi


Bindas Log
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the roasted squash gives it a wonderful depth of flavor. I also love the addition of apples, which add a nice tartness and crunch. This soup is a definite winner!


nakabira ziadah
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I'm a big fan of squash soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The combination of butternut and acorn squash is perfect, and the spices add a nice touch of warmth. I also love the addition of crispy sage leaves, which add a nice textural contr


Kaye Potter
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This soup is delicious! I made it for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy texture and the sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Md Bkias
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the roasted squash gives it a wonderful depth of flavor. I also appreciate that it's a relatively healthy soup, made with simple, wholesome ingredients.


Damaireus Lewis
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This was my first time making butternut and acorn squash soup, and it turned out perfectly. The soup was easy to make and the instructions were clear and concise. I especially liked the tip about using an immersion blender to create a smooth and crea


Cheryl Ann Hodges
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I'm not usually a fan of squash soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup is incredibly creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. I also love the addition of apples, which add a nice tartness and crunch. This soup is a defi


Carolyn Anthony
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This soup is an absolute delight! The combination of butternut and acorn squash creates a velvety smooth and flavorful broth, while the spices add a touch of warmth and complexity. I also love the addition of crispy sage leaves, which provide a nice