SOUTHWESTERN SQUASH SOUP

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This recipe is the perfect soup for a cool winter night. To spice things up even more, add one finely-chopped canned chipotle pepper before you puree the soup.-David Collin, Martinez, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
2-1/2 cups mashed cooked butternut squash
1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
Cayenne pepper to taste, optional
Ground nutmeg and sprigs of fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add cumin and coriander; toss to coat. Add sweet potatoes, squash, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Cool slightly. puree in small batches in a blender until smooth; return all to the pan. Add cream; heat through. If desired, season with cayenne pepper and garnish with nutmeg and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 829mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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This soup is amazing! I love the flavors and the fact that it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


FOLAJIMI TOBILOBA
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight mea


Sithum Max
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This soup is so good! I love the combination of flavors. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I will definitely be making this again.


Thandeka Fihlani
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I made this soup last night and it was delicious! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the soup is really hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.


Mashok Ali
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This soup is amazing! I love the flavors and the fact that it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Phindiswa Ellen
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight mea


Muhammad Umar Draz
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This soup is so good! I love the combination of flavors. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I will definitely be making this again.


VICKY MUGHAL
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I made this soup last night and it was delicious! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the soup is really hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.


Editzuu
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This soup is amazing! I love the flavors and the fact that it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Asou Ma
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight mea


tek poudel
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of flavors. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I will definitely be making this again.


Shanti Danuwar
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I made this soup for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The soup is so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Muthoni Thuku
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This soup is amazing! I made it last night and my family loved it. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the soup is really hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.