BUTTERNUT SQUASH LEEK SOUP

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Butternut squash, leeks, and carrots form the perfect blend of flavors, and the caramelized apples are the perfect garnish. Amazing fall recipe.

Provided by Ella Schwartz

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 ½ cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped leeks, white part only
1 cup chopped onions
1 pound butternut squash, cubed
10 cups water
½ loaf Italian bread, sliced
½ teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 apple, peeled and cubed
3 teaspoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in large stockpot over medium heat. Add carrots, leeks, and onions. Cook and stir until softened and no longer crispy, 5 to 10 minutes. Add squash; saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cover.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Gently fry bread until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add bread to the stockpot; stir in allspice and ginger. Cook, covered, until squash has softened, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add apple and brown sugar. Fry until apples are well browned and start to form a crispy crust, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Puree the contents of the stockpot using an immersion blender until smooth and free of chunks. Garnish soup with the caramelized apples.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.6 calories, Carbohydrate 75.7 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 553.9 mg, Sugar 15 g

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