HEARTY AND QUICK BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

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Creamy, thick, hearty and delicious. I was skeptical about whether my family would like this, but I needed a hearty meal in a hurry and we had an unexpected guest. I had left over roasted butternut squash and had just read some squash soup recipes in a magazine. All of their recipes sounded too sweet for my taste, and I didn't have a lot of the ingredients, so I made up my own. Everyone, even my meat-and-potatoes husband loved it. I knew it was a hit when my son suggested that maybe I should write this one down!

Provided by NoThyme2Cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 quarts, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium butternut squash, cut in half, seeded, brushed with butter, and roasted until tender
1 (32 ounce) box chicken broth
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/4 cup butter
fresh thyme
half-and-half, as needed
water, as needed
1 cup cooked quinoa (optional)
thyme, stems with leaves

Steps:

  • Roasted Butternut Squash:.
  • Cut in half length-wish and scoop out seeds. Brush with butter or olive oil. Microwave for about 15 minutes, checking occasionally. When tender, place in a 350 degree oven for another 10-15 minutes to improve color and flavor. Cool.
  • Soup:.
  • Heat chicken broth in a large sauce pan. While it is heating, peel the rind off of the cooked butternut squash and discard. Add the squash to the broth and continue heating. Add the garlic, onion salt, pepper, and butter. Blend with a hand blender until smooth. If it gets too thick add water to desired consistency. Add thyme leaves. To stretch the recipe, add half and half. Ladle into bowls and a lay a thyme stem on top.
  • Quinoa:.
  • Cook according to package directions using chicken broth instead of water and adding a tablespoon of butter or olive oil. Serve on the side or add to the soup at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 573.1, Carbohydrate 23.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 5.3

Jordon X
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I found this soup to be too thick. I would recommend adding more broth or water.


Re Su Lim
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This soup was bland and boring. I wouldn't recommend it.


Parvez Music
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This soup is a little too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less apples or adding some tartness with lemon juice or vinegar.


Ben Zakaria
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but this soup was actually really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Md shihab Hossine
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Ranime Delbani
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I've tried many butternut squash soup recipes, and this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Mohamed Nazzeh
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Camilla nielsen
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it! It's a great recipe.


Md Samsad
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that it's healthy too.


Khan Omir
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This was the first time I've ever made butternut squash soup, and it was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect.


Reyna Cherry
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the apples and the spices.


Michelle Sanders
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's hearty and flavorful, and the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Leoleonardo Arbaiza
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit! It was so easy to make and so delicious. My family loved it.


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