SQUASH APPLE SOUP

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Here is a great first course! Rich, creamy squash soup with a hint of apple is truly special and worthy of being on your holiday menu. -Holly Wilhelm, Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

3 celery ribs, chopped
1 large apple, peeled and chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth, divided
2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed
Salad croutons and grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute the celery, apple and onion in oil and butter until tender. Stir in the garlic, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer., In a blender, combine 1 cup broth and the vegetable mixture; cover and process until smooth. Return to the pan; add squash and remaining broth. Heat through. Serve with croutons and cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges