APPLE BUTTERNUT SOUP

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Brighten blustery gray days with steaming bowlfuls of soup that's the color of California sunshine. Jane Shapton really wowed our taste panel with her velvety, rich, and slightly sweet creation! This low-fat recipe's a keeper.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove, minced
6 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 large apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook and stir onion in butter over medium heat until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the squash, broth, apple, water, thyme and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until squash is tender. Cool slightly. , In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan; stir in cream and heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Rodgers Atera
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover butternut squash.


T Rolls
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Munna Ahmed
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I love the unique flavor of this soup. It's something I've never tasted before.


ahsanullah Syedbadshah
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Hassnain khoja
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover butternut squash.


Akhtar Jaan
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Chamza Chamza
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I'm not a big fan of apples, but I love this soup. The apples add a nice sweetness that balances out the butternut squash.


Val Davis
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This soup is so good, I could eat it every day.


Benedicta Twumwaa
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand.


Tawana Rubaya
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


Sowrov Biswas
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Waqarkhan Khan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a healthy and affordable meal.


Kayana Yolissa
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I love the unique flavor of this soup. It's something I've never tasted before.


Diala Hammouri
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm, comforting, and filling.


Mulungi Vicky
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but this soup was surprisingly good. The apples add a nice sweetness.


MusAsh Tech
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Basit Bacha
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavor.


Hadleigh Dyck
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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of apples and butternut squash. It's sweet, savory, and so comforting.