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Caramelized Butternut Squash Soup

Indulgent Caramelized Butternut Squash Soup You’ll Love

Warm your heart with this Caramelized Butternut Squash Soup, featuring rich flavors and a velvety texture—perfect for chilly evenings or elegant gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 3 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different flavor.
  • 3 lbs Butternut squash Peeled and cubed; frozen squash can be used.
  • 1 large Onion Sliced; yellow or sweet onions are ideal.
  • 3 tablespoon Butter Substitute with vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sea salt Plus more to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly cracked white pepper Plus more to taste; black pepper can be substituted.
  • 4 cups Chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • ¼ cup Honey Maple syrup can be a great alternative.
For the Creamy Finish
  • ½ cup Heavy whipping cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • a pinch Ground nutmeg To taste.

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Blender or immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over high heat. Add 3 pounds of peeled and cubed butternut squash, caramelizing for about 10 minutes until golden-brown.
  2. Reduce heat to medium, add 1 large sliced onion, 3 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon of sea salt, and 1 teaspoon of freshly cracked white pepper. Cook for 10 minutes until onions are tender.
  3. Add 4 cups of chicken broth and ¼ cup of honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes until squash is fork-tender.
  4. Blend the soup mixture in batches until smooth. Alternatively, use an immersion blender.
  5. Stir in ½ cup of heavy whipping cream and a pinch of ground nutmeg, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 7000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, always taste and season as you go. Consider adding apple cider or balsamic vinegar for an acidity boost.

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