BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND BARLEY SOUP

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I love to use my garden produce in this veggie-packed soup. Serve it with oatmeal dinner rolls and you've got a delicious, healthy dinner. -Julie Sloan, Osceola, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5h35m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small butternut squash (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
4 cups water
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cubed cooked turkey

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients, except turkey, in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until squash and barley are tender, 5-7 hours., Stir in turkey; cook, covered until heated through, about 15 minutes., Freeze Option: Transfer to three 1-qt. freezer containers; cool. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. To use frozen soup, thaw in the refrigerator. Place in a saucepan and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 493mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Jayden Williams
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This soup was a disappointment. The flavors were bland and the texture was watery. I would not recommend this soup to anyone.


jennifer qxztez
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a very affordable meal to make. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and budget-friendly meal.


Kabir Muhd
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but I decided to give this soup a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the barley added a nice touch of texture. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone, even i


Hayden Sanders
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of butternut squash and barley. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus. I will definitely be making this again.


Ambesiwe Mqeke
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I found this soup to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor, but it still wasn't my favorite. The texture was also a bit too thick for my liking.


John Carver Jr
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Meh.


Faisal Kayani
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This soup is hearty and filling, and the perfect comfort food for a cold day. The barley adds a nice touch of texture, and the butternut squash is sweet and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-


Sitabi Yadav
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Just made this soup and it's amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the barley gives it a great texture. I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash soup, but this one has changed my mind. Will definitely be making this again!


Ismejla Hoxhaj
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Easy to make and delicious. I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth, and it was still very flavorful. The barley added a nice chewy texture to the soup. Will definitely make this again!


MITHSAÏDA Gabriel
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This soup was a hit with my family! The butternut squash and barley were a perfect combination, and the flavors were rich and satisfying. I added a bit of extra cumin and cayenne pepper to give it a little kick, and it was perfect. Definitely a keepe