PRETTY AUTUMN SOUP

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Carrots, squash and sweet potato combine to make a healthy and colorful soup, which I especially enjoy during the fall. -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
3 medium carrots, sliced
1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
3 cups fat-free milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons minced chives
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

Place the squash, sweet potato and carrots in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 12-16 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor; add juice concentrate. Cover and process until smooth. , Transfer to a large saucepan; stir in the milk, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until heated through (do not boil). Top each serving with 1-1/2 teaspoons sour cream, 1 teaspoon chives and 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges