DELICIOUS, HEALTHY BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

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A perfect soup for those dark, cold evenings winter brings our way (and when squash is so plentiful). This soup has a very pleasant, complex, yet mild flavor that even kids can enjoy. Originally from Today's Parent, October 2010.

Provided by Isabeau

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 1 1 soup, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 butternut squash, small, about 2 lbs
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • With a heavy knife, cut squash in half lengthwise. Peel, remove seeds and chop flesh into roughly 1" cubes. You should have about 5 cups.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook 3 minutes. Add squash, oregano, paprika, and cinnamon, and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil. Redcue heat; cover and simmer about 25 minutes, until squash is tender.
  • Purée soup untili smooth using an immersion blender, or by carefully ladling soup into a blender or food processor in batches - whir until smooth and return soup to pot. Add cilantro and warm through (with salt and pepper to taste).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 8.4, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 2.1

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