SPICY WINTER SQUASH SOUP

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Spicy and satisfying soup! Olive oil can be cut back to a drizzle for those looking to lighten their fat intake. NOTE:If using curry powder...replace basil with cilantro or parsley.

Provided by Lorrie in Montreal

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning or 2 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/2 lbs winter squash
2 -3 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 liter skim milk
2 cups sweet onions, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
4 teaspoons olive oil
10 ounces frozen corn kernels
10 ounces frozen green beans or 10 ounces frozen green peas
3/4 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped

Steps:

  • Trim edges of squash, cut into four pieces, remove seeds.
  • Steam 12-15 minutes until soft.
  • Scrape the squash from the skin into a blender, add ginger and 2 1/2 cups milk; purée.
  • Sauté onion, celery and garlic in 3 teaspoons olive oil until onions are soft.
  • Reduce heat to low, stir in Cajun spice mix. Stir for 30 seconds, add squash purée and remaining milk.
  • Bring to a boil, simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add corn and green beans and continue to simmer.
  • Stir in basil.
  • Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.7, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 189.2, Carbohydrate 59.3, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 8.6, Protein 16.2

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