ACORN SQUASH SOUP WITH KALE

Acorn Squash Soup With Kale image

Provided by LizzieBug

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 slices bacon, diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 lb kale, stems removed and leaves chopped (about 8 cups)
2 (12 ounce) packages frozen winter squash puree, thawed

Steps:

In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, stirring occasionally.
Remove the bacon from pan with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Add the onion to the fat left in the pan and cook until softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
Add the kale to the onions in the pan and cook until wilted, 3 to 4 minutes.
Add the squash puree to the pan, along with 3 cups of water (more or less water to get the consistency that you want), and bring to a boil.
Remove from the heat as soon as soup comes to a boil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with drained bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.1, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 617.3, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 6.8, Protein 6.3