CREMINI & BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

Cremini & Butternut Squash Soup image

When the weather turns chilly, wholesome soup hits the spot. This one tastes like autumn, with vitamin-rich squash and the earthy flavor of mushrooms. Adding cream makes it velvety smooth.-Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 large butternut squash (about 5 pounds)
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound chopped baby portobello (cremini) mushrooms
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese

Steps:

Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 55-65 minutes or until tender. , Cool slightly; carefully scoop out flesh. Place in a food processor with 1 cup broth; cover and process until smooth., In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, cook onion in oil until tender. Add mushrooms; cook 3-4 minutes longer or until tender. Add the garlic, thyme and sage; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the nutmeg, squash puree and remaining broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes., Stir in cream; heat through (do not boil). Ladle soup into bowls; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 403mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges