CURRIED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

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To make this into a vegetarian soup use vegetable broth (see my recipe#190133) adjust all seasonings to taste. One medium onion can be replaced for the leek if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large leek, chopped
1 stalk celery, diced
1 -2 tablespoon fresh garlic (or to taste)
1 -2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (or to taste)
3 teaspoons sugar
2 -3 tablespoons curry powder (or to taste)
2 teaspoons cumin (or to taste)
3 lbs butternut squash, peeled and chopped
6 cups chicken broth
2 granny smith apples, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup evaporated milk or 1/3 cup whipping cream
salt and black pepper, to taste
crouton (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat; add in the leek, celery, garlic, red pepper flakes, sugar, curry powder and cumin; cook stirring for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add in the chopped butternut squash, broth (or water) and apples; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the squash is tender.
  • Place half of the broth in a blender; process until smooth; transfer to a heat-proof bowl.
  • Repeat with the remaining soup; return to the pot along with the soup from the bowl.
  • Add in evaporated milk or whipping cream; cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  • Season with salt and lots black pepper.
  • Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.6, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 832.8, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 14.9, Protein 9.1

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