AMAZING BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

Amazing Butternut Squash Soup image

Provided by Linda P @EllPell

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup(s) olive oil, extra virgin
2 pound(s) butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon(s) pepper
1 tablespoon(s) garlic salt
1 cup(s) carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
4 tablespoon(s) butter
5 cup(s) chicken broth, low salt
1/2 cup(s) half and half
1/2 cup(s) cream cheese, room temperature

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss peeled and cubed butternut squash in a large bowl with EVOO, garlic salt and pepper to coat thoroughly.
Arrange on ungreased baking sheet. Roast for 25 - 35 minutes, until squash is browned and tender.
While squash is roasting, sautee onion and carrot in butter for 10 - 15 minutes or until tender.
Remove squash when done and add to onions and carrots, sautéing for 5 - 10 minutes to blend flavors.
Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Remove from heat, add half & half and cream cheese, mix until well blended. Let cool for 15 minutes.
Puree mixture in small batches in food processor or Ninja blender until smooth. Repeat until entire pot is pureed.
Serve with good quality French bread or breadsticks, enjoy!