YELLOW SQUASH SOUP

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Delicate and lemony, this yellow squash soup recipe would set the stage for a memorable ladies' luncheon. It's the best of late summer in a bowl. -Heidi Wilcox, Lapeer, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large sweet onions, chopped
1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
6 medium yellow summer squash, seeded and cubed (about 6 cups)
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and leek; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5 minutes. Add squash; cook and stir 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in broth, thyme and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is tender, 15-20 minutes. , Discard thyme sprigs. Cool slightly. In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan. Stir in lemon juice and hot pepper sauce; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with cheese and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Isaac Reminomick
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this soup was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the soup was very creamy.


Rahaman Shekh
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This soup is so delicious and it's so easy to make! I love that it's made with all healthy ingredients.


bonface macharia
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the soup was very easy to make.


Shafikul Islam
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter night. It's so warm and comforting. I love the addition of the cheese and croutons.


Makylah Mandrell
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this soup was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the soup was very creamy.


Adzo Mwansa
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This soup is so delicious and it's so easy to make! I love that it's made with all healthy ingredients.


FadingOfPain
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the soup was very easy to make.


Zoey Crocker
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter night. It's so warm and comforting. I love the addition of the cheese and croutons.


Teddies Asela
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this soup was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the soup was very creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Dhana Dhami
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that it's made with all healthy ingredients. I will definitely be making this again.


MD SIRAZUL ISLAM
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavor and the soup was very filling. I will definitely be making this again.


Rajesh Shrestha
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This soup was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy. I will definitely be making this again.