ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP WITH APPLES AND BACON
I created this soup on Christmas Eve and it was a huge hit. The roasted squash caramelizes giving the soup that extra depth of flavor. This soup has a very creamy consistency but is completely dairy-free except for the optional garnish of sour cream (I did this on purpose due to a guest who is allergic to dairy). It is also extremely healthy. Don't shy away from the curry powder; it gives the soup that extra flavor. Feel free to play around with the amount of carrot, onion or celery, garlic to your taste. This soup can be made the day before and reheated.
Provided by LEXINOLE29
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Butternut Squash Soup Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place squash in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil; mix to coat; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread squash into a single layer on a baking pan. Roast the squash in the preheated oven, turning once, until fork-tender and caramelized; 30 to 40 minutes.
- Place the bacon in a Dutch oven and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon slices to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the drippings in the pan.
- Place the onion, celery, carrot, bay leaf, curry powder, thyme, and salt and pepper in the Dutch oven; cook in reserved bacon drippings until the carrots and celery are soft. Mix in the apples and cooked squash and cook another 5 minutes. Stir the garlic into the mixture and cook another 1 minute. Pour the apple cider over the mixture; reduce heat to medium-low and bring to a simmer; allow to reduce to about half its original volume. Stir in the chicken stock; simmer over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Puree the soup in small batches in a blender, or use an immersion blender. If using a blender, don't fill the blender more than half-way. Always remove the center lid piece of a stand blender when blending hot liquids so the steam can escape. Cover the hole with a dish towel while blending. Stir the nutmeg into the soup. Garnish each bowl with 1 tablespoon of sour cream and some of the bacon pieces to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 947.4 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
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Raju Yadav
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Mishka Govender
[email protected]This is one of my favorite fall soups. It's so flavorful and comforting.
Aamir Pasha
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Graciann Douglas
[email protected]This soup is delicious! The apples and bacon add a really nice flavor twist to the classic butternut squash soup.
Genesis Arroyo
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover butternut squash and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Taufiq Islam
[email protected]This soup is so creamy and comforting. It's the perfect soup to curl up with on a cold day.
Meme Family
[email protected]I love the unique flavor combination of this soup. The apples add a touch of sweetness, while the bacon adds a savory smokiness. It's a perfect balance of flavors.
Littleghost Shusha
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
DRD SAIFU YT
[email protected]I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the leftovers are just as good the next day.
Onyeka Uzor
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I love the sweetness from the apples and the smokiness from the bacon. It's a perfect fall soup.
Janiyah Grier
[email protected]I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination, and the soup was so creamy and comforting.
Travis Layton
[email protected]Roasted butternut squash soup with apples and bacon is a delightful and hearty dish. The combination of sweet squash, tart apples, and savory bacon creates a complex and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day.