SQUASH SOUP

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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 to 3 1/2 pounds butternut squash, approximately 2, seeded and quartered
Unsalted butter, melted, for brushing
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus 1 teaspoon
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper, plus 1/2 teaspoon
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the quartered squash onto a half sheet pan, brush the flesh of the squash with a little butter and season with 1 tablespoon of the salt and 1 teaspoon of the white pepper. Place in the oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes or until the flesh is soft and tender.
  • Scoop the flesh from the skin into a 6-quart pot. Add the broth, honey and ginger. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer, approximately 7 to 8 minutes. Using a stick blender, puree the mixture until smooth*. Stir in the heavy cream and return to a low simmer. Season with the remaining salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • *When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.

Sheraz Mahar
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and comforting.


Jaffar khan Achakzi
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This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Young Sam
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This soup was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it.


Dulce Maria De Quesada
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This soup was really good! The only thing I would change is to use less salt.


Andine Engelbrecht
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This soup was amazing! I added a little bit of cumin and chili powder, and it was perfect.


Sadik Swiss
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This soup was a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices next time.


Asdf Asdf
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a party, and everyone loved it.


shakib khan
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit! It's so flavorful and comforting.


Ishola Kemi
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This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


MAHBOOB Ali jalalani Karachi
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This soup was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it.


Nawaz Khan
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This soup was really good! The only thing I would change is to add a little bit more salt.


Wilson Macharia
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I made this soup last night, and it was a hit with my family! The flavor was amazing, and it was so easy to make.


SOHAIB NASIR SOHAIB NASIR
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This soup was just okay. I found it to be a bit bland, and the texture was a bit grainy. I wouldn't make this again.


Shahzaib Chandio
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This soup was delicious! I used butternut squash, and it was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Aamir Aamir
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This soup was AMAZING!! I added a little bit of cayenne pepper for a kick, and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


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