Speedy Squash Soup Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Speedy Squash Soup recipe, a quick and easy dish perfect for any occasion. This velvety soup combines the earthy sweetness of squash with the tartness of granny smith apples, enhanced by aromatic sage and ginger. It’s a comforting bowl of warmth that’s sure to please your taste buds and warm your soul.
Recipe Details:
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 82.6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Butter |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 | Dried sage |
| 2 | Granny Smith apples |
| 3/4 | Water |
| 1 | Squash |
| 2 | Fresh ginger |
| 1/2 | Milk |
| 1 | Chicken broth |
Instructions:
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Melt butter over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven.
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Add onion and dried sage to the melted butter. Cook for approximately 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion starts to soften.
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Reserve 1/4 of one apple for garnish. Peel, core, and finely chop the remaining apples.
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Add the chopped apple to the pot with the onion and sage mixture, along with the chicken broth and water. Allow the mixture to heat and simmer gently.
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Cover the pot and let the ingredients cook together for about 12 minutes, until the apples are tender.
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Meanwhile, peel and dice the squash and grate the fresh ginger.
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Add the diced squash and grated ginger to the pot with the apple mixture. Simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Using a blender or immersion blender, puree the soup mixture in two batches until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in the milk and continue to heat the soup over low heat until warmed through.
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Ladle the soup into serving bowls.
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Garnish each bowl with thin slices of the reserved apple, creating an elegant finishing touch.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 82.6
- Total Fat: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.3g
- Cholesterol: 9.8mg
- Sodium: 204.8mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10.5g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 6.6g
- Protein: 2.5g
Notes:
- For added depth of flavor, consider sprinkling a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon on top of each serving.
- This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage. Simply reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
- Feel free to customize the soup to your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of ginger or sage used.
- Serve alongside crusty bread or a simple salad for a complete meal. Enjoy the cozy comfort of this Speedy Squash Soup with friends and family! 🍲
