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Butternut Squash Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream optional
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup pepitas for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon crème fraîche for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Place cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  • Drizzle squash with olive oil and roast for 40-50 minutes, or until tender.
  • While squash is roasting, sauté onion in a large pot until softened.
  • Once squash is cool enough to handle, scoop out the flesh and add it to the pot with the onion.
  • Add vegetable broth, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If desired, stir in heavy cream.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot, garnished with pepitas and a dollop of crème fraîche.
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