Bistro Garden Butternut Squash Soup
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
🥣 Servings: 8
Description:
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this velvety Bistro Garden Butternut Squash Soup, a delightful concoction that’s both wholesome and flavorful. Bursting with the rich essence of roasted squash and aromatic spices, this soup is a perfect companion for chilly evenings or as a starter for a special dinner. Let’s dive into the culinary journey and whip up this culinary masterpiece!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Butternut squash |
| 2 | Leeks |
| 1 | Onion |
| 4 cups | Chicken stock |
| 1 tbsp | Butter |
| 1/2 tsp | Sugar |
| 1 tsp | Curry powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground cumin |
| 1/8 tsp | Salt |
| To taste | White pepper |
| 1 tbsp | Cream |
Instructions:
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Preheat: Start by preheating your oven to 450°F (230°C).
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Prepare Squash: Begin by carefully cutting the butternut squash in halves. Remove the seeds and fibrous strands.
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Roast Squash: Place the squash halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and roast them in the preheated oven until they become very tender, about 1 hour.
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Scoop Flesh: Once roasted, remove the squash from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Then, using a spoon, scoop out the flesh from the roasted squash and set it aside.
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Saute Onion: In a large soup pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes tender and translucent.
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Add Leek and Squash: To the pot, add the chopped leeks and the roasted squash. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Season: Pour in the chicken stock, and season with sugar, curry powder, ground cumin, salt, and white pepper to taste. Stir well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
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Blend: Carefully transfer the soup mixture to a blender, working in batches if necessary. Blend each batch until it reaches a smooth consistency.
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Incorporate Butter and Cream: For the final batch, add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of cream to the blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Combine Soup: Pour the blended soup back into the pot, stirring to combine all the components. Heat the soup through over medium heat.
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Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning and thickness according to your preference. You can add more salt, pepper, or cream to achieve the desired flavor and texture.
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Serve: Once heated through and perfectly seasoned, ladle the Bistro Garden Butternut Squash Soup into bowls. Garnish with a drizzle of cream, a sprinkle of fresh herbs, or a dash of ground pepper, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this delightful soup!
Indulge in the warmth and flavor of this Bistro Garden Butternut Squash Soup, a culinary creation that’s sure to delight your taste buds and warm your soul with every spoonful. Whether enjoyed as a starter or a comforting meal on its own, this soup is bound to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
