BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND LEEK SOUP

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Categories     Squash     Soup/Stew     Side     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds Butternut squash
4 tablespoons Butter
3 stalks Large Leeks white and green parts only cut into small squares
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
3 ounces Bacon
2 quarts Chicken Stock
2 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/2 cup Sour Cream
2 tablespoons Chopped Chives

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 350 degrees. Put the squash, cut-side down, on a baking sheet and bake until tender, about 40 minutes. Let cool slightly. Scoop out and discard the seeds. Scrape the squash from the skin.
  • 2. In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat. Add the leeds and thyme and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are soft and browned, about 40 minutes.
  • 3. Meanwhile, fry the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  • 4. Stir the squash, stock and salt into the leek mixture. Simmer over moderate heat for 20 minutes. In a blender or food processor, puree the soup until smooth. Pour the soup back into the pot and ad the pepper. Reheat and serve topped with the sour cream, chives and bacon.

Joan Fadero
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This soup is a must-try! It's creamy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of spice. I highly recommend it.


YumYumPizza
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the creamy texture and the delicious flavor.


roland jabbour
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm, comforting, and filling. I love the addition of apple and sage. They add a unique and delicious flavor to the soup.


Florence Nwachukwu
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I made this soup for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The soup was creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of spice. I highly recommend this recipe.


samantha salmon
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of butternut squash and leeks. The apple and sage add a nice touch of sweetness and earthiness. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Koko Ashna
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it twice now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The soup is creamy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of spice. I highly recommend it!


Tracey Lindokuhle
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the apple and sage add a really nice touch. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.


Rahimun Mahi
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5 stars! This soup was everything I hoped it would be and more. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious and comforting soup that my whole family enjoyed.


Troy Daniel
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This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth, and it was still very flavorful. I also added a bit of cayenne pepper for a little extra spice.


Riaz Ahmad
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash soup, but this recipe changed my mind! The creamy texture and the perfect balance of spices made it a real winner. My family loved it too, which is always a bonus.


Asher Steward
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This soup is autumn in a bowl! The butternut squash and leeks are a perfect flavor combination, and the addition of apple and sage gives it a unique and delicious twist. I'll definitely be making this again!