CURRIED ACORN SQUASH SOUP
Here is an easy acorn squash soup that highlights the sweet flavor of the squash. The curry powder gives it a unique taste. -Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place squash, cut side down, in a greased shallow baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until the squash is almost tender. , In a large saucepan, saute onion and curry powder in butter until onion is tender. Remove from the heat; set aside. Carefully scoop out squash; add pulp to saucepan. Gradually add broth. Cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until squash is very tender. Cool slightly., In a food processor, process the squash mixture until smooth; return to saucepan. Stir in the cream, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat until heated through (do not boil). Garnish with bacon if desired.
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CURRIED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
This is a soup that will keep you warm during a long, cold winter!
Provided by Marci Stohon
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Butternut Squash Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot butter until softened and browned, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Stir chicken broth, squash, curry powder, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper into onion mixture. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until squash is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir half-and-half and honey into squash mixture.
- Pour squash mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Ladle soup into serving bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1615 mg, Sugar 16.5 g
ACORN SQUASH SOUP
The recipe for this thick and creamy acorn squash soup was given to me by a fellow squash lover. The attractive rich yellow soup is especially enjoyable during the cool nights of Indian summer. -Dorrene Butterfield, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter. Stir in flour, bouillon, dill, curry and cayenne until blended. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add the squash, salt and pepper; heat through., In a blender, process the soup in batches until smooth. Pour into bowls; sprinkle with bacon.
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CURRIED ACORN SQUASH SOUP
A fall-tastic soup featuring acorn squash, apple, ginger, and curry.
Provided by HUZZAH
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Cut acorn squash in half and remove seeds and pulp. Place cut-side down in a baking dish; add about 1 inch of water.
- Roast in the preheated oven until a knife can be easily inserted, 20 to 30 minutes.
- While squash roasts, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion until almost translucent, about 5 minutes. Mix in garlic and ginger. Add apple and cook, stirring regularly to keep from sticking, until it starts to get mushy, 7 to 10 minutes. Pour in 1/4 of the chicken broth. Add curry powder, cinnamon, cardamom, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Remove squash from the oven and let cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes. Remove skin carefully, chop flesh roughly with a knife, and mash some of the flesh.
- Add squash to the pot with remaining chicken broth. Simmer soup over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Pour into large bowls and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 209.3 mg, Sugar 9 g
ROASTED SQUASH SOUP WITH CUMIN
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, project, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line 1 large and 1 small baking sheet with aluminum foil. With a large knife, split the squash in half, then scoop out and reserve the seeds. Brush the cut side of the squash with 2 teaspoons of oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place cut side down on the large baking sheet and roast until very tender, about 35 minutes.
- Remove any orange fibers from seeds and rinse them under running water. Drain and place on paper towels to dry. Toss seeds with the remaining teaspoon of oil and 1/2 teaspoon of the cumin, and season with salt. Place on the small baking sheet, cover loosely with foil and roast along with the squash, stirring occasionally, until well browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Scoop the flesh from the squash shells and place it in a kettle. Add the chicken stock, garlic, vinegar, sugar, cayenne and remaining cumin. Bring to a boil, lower and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
- Working in small batches, transfer the soup to the container of a blender and blend until smooth. Return the soup to the pan. Stir in the cream and bring back just to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve garnished with the cumin seeds.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 197, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 670 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ROASTED ACORN SQUASH SOUP
Mellow acorn squash is roasted and blended with other ingredients to create a smooth and delicious soup.
Provided by FutureChefShay
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Put squash into a baking dish with the cut side down. Pour enough water into the baking dish to cover the bottom.
- Bake in preheated oven until the flesh of the squash is easily pricked with a fork, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool until squash can be handled. Scoop flesh into a bowl and set aside.
- Melt butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Cook onion, carrot, and garlic in melted butter until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour chicken stock into the pot; add the squash.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
- Pour mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth and return to pot.
- Stir half-and-half, nutmeg, and cinnamon through the blended soup; season with salt and pepper. Thin the soup with water if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 125.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
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The Health Benefits of Acorn Squash
Acorn squash is an incredibly nutritious vegetable that is packed with vitamins and minerals. This fall staple is low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins A and C, potassium, and manganese. Vitamin A is essential for healthy vision and immune function, while vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect your body from harmful free radicals. Potassium is crucial for heart health, while manganese helps maintain healthy bone density.Cumin and Curry Leaves: The Perfect Spices for Acorn Squash Soup
Cumin is a versatile spice that is widely used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. It has a warm and earthy flavor that complements the sweetness of the acorn squash, making it an ideal ingredient for this soup. Cumin is also rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties, making it an excellent addition to any healthy diet. Curry leaves, on the other hand, add a unique and rich flavor to the soup. These leaves are commonly used in Indian, Sri Lankan, and other South Asian cuisines, and they have a distinctive taste that is both sweet and savory. Curry leaves are packed with essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C, making them a great addition to a healthy diet.The Recipe
To make acorn squash soup with cumin and curry leaf recipes, you will need the following ingredients:- 2 medium-sized acorn squash, peeled, seeded, and chopped into small pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons of ghee or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of cumin seeds
- 10–12 fresh curry leaves
- 4 cups of vegetable broth or water
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat the ghee or olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the cumin seeds and curry leaves and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
- Add the chopped acorn squash and sauté for a few minutes.
- Add the vegetable broth or water, along with the turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring the soup to a boil, and then reduce the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the acorn squash is tender.
- Remove the soup from the heat, and let it cool slightly.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Reheat the soup over low heat, and serve hot, garnished with additional curry leaves if desired.