Best 9 Butternut Squash Pear Soup Recipes

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Butternut squash and pear combine to create a creamy, sweet and savory soup that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. The natural sweetness of the butternut squash and pear is complemented by a hint of spice from the ginger and nutmeg. The addition of onion and leeks creates a rich and savory base for the soup. For a touch of extra creaminess, heavy cream or coconut milk can be stirred in just before serving. This soup is a delicious and nutritious way to warm up on a cold day.

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CURRIED BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND PEAR SOUP



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My family loves this creamy and satisfying soup with the comforting flavors of butternut squash and curry. Serve topped with frizzled onions.

Provided by blancdeblanc

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Fruit Soup Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2 pound) butternut squash
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
2 firm ripe Bartlett pears, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 inch dice
½ cup half and half

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membrane. Place squash halves, cut sides down, on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in preheated oven until very soft, about 45 minutes. Scoop the pulp from the peel, and reserve.
  • Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, ginger, curry powder, and salt. Cook and stir until the onion is soft, about 10 minutes. Pour the chicken broth into the pot, and bring to a boil. Stir in the pears and the reserved squash, and simmer until the pears are very soft, about 30 minutes.
  • Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender. Puree in batches until smooth. Return the soup to the pot, stir in the half and half, and reheat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 887.7 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH & PEAR SOUP



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Pears give this harvest soup a pleasant sweetness and a nice velvety finish, while curry and ginger provide delightful flavor. -Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 medium pears, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Optional: Balsamic vinegar and snipped chives

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 40-50 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; scoop out flesh and set aside., In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the curry, garlic, ginger and salt; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, pears and squash. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Cool slightly., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender until smooth. Return all to the pan; add cream and heat through. Top with balsamic vinegar and chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND PEAR SOUP



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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter
2 medium onions, diced
1 medium butternut squash peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 pears, peeled and chopped into roughly 1-inch pieces
1-quart low sodium chicken stock, or enough to cover
1 sprig rosemary
Heavy cream
Salt, freshly ground black pepper and granulated sugar

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart saucepan melt the butter over medium-high heat, and add and sweat the onions. Add squash and pears and sweat those too a bit. Pour in the stock, enough to submerge solids. Add sprig of rosemary and bring to a simmer and cook until squash is fork tender about 15 to 18 minutes. Remove rosemary. Puree with immersion blender. Add a touch of cream and season, to taste.

SPICY ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, PEAR, AND BACON SOUP



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Fall spices and a hint of chipotle combined with the sweetness of butternut squash and pears come together with Swanson® Chicken Broth to create a warming puree.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (3 pound) butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 strips maple-flavored bacon, chopped
1 large white onion, chopped
2 medium pear (approx 2-1/2 per lb)s red pears - peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
3 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth
1 teaspoon sour cream for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place squash in a large bowl; drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Spread the squash in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast squash in prepared oven for 20 minutes; turn. Continue roasting until softened, 10 to 20 minutes more.
  • Place the chopped bacon into a heavy pot and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until brown and crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve the bacon drippings.
  • Place the pot over medium heat; add the onion, pears, garlic, rosemary, and thyme and cook in the bacon drippings until onions and pears are soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the roasted squash and cook another 5 minutes. Add Swanson® Chicken Broth, nutmeg, cinnamon, and chipotle pepper; simmer on medium-low until ingredients are very soft and flavors have combined, about 10 minutes.
  • Puree the soup in a blender or food processor in small batches.
  • Ladle soup into serving bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon and a generous dollop of sour cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 601.7 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND ASIAN PEAR SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Low Fat

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, diced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded and diced
2 large Asian pears, peeled, cored and diced
salt and fresh cracked pepper
6 to 8 cups chicken stock and/or water
4 large sprigs of fresh thyme
zest of 1 orange
juice of 1 orange
zest of 1 lime
juice of 1 lime
thinly sliced lime for garnish
sour cream, crème fraiche, or yogurt for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot or dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about five minutes. Add the diced squash and pear and sauté another five minutes. Add enough of the stock and/or water to cover the vegetables and bring to a boil. Add a teaspoon of salt, a few grinds of fresh cracked pepper, the leaves from the sprigs of thyme (or tie the sprigs together and add the bundle to the soup), the orange zest, the orange juice, half the lime zest, and half the lime juice. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer the soup until the squash is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat, and at this point you can either use an immersion blender directly in the pot to puree the soup or transfer the soup to a blender or food processor--in batches if necessary--to puree the soup. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, add in half the lime zest and the lime juice. Serve immediately, garnishing each bowl with a small dollop of sour cream, the rest of the lime zest and a lime slice or two.

INSTANT POT® BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND PEAR SOUP



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Peeling and chopping butternut squash can be quite a chore, but not using this method! By precooking the squash in your Instant Pot®, the skin will slip right off, allowing you to make this quick and flavorful soup in just minutes! The pears add just the perfect amount of sweetness with no need to add in extra sugar. Garnish with a light drizzle of cream to serve.

Provided by France C

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (3 pound) butternut squash
1 cup water
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ medium onion, quartered
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 ripe pears - peeled, cored, and chopped into 1-inch chunks
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¾ teaspoon ground sage
4 cups chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Cut butternut squash into 4 pieces and remove seeds. Pour water into the bottom of a multi-functional electric pressure cooker and place trivet inside. Place squash on trivet, close lid, and set seal valve. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain out the water and wipe the bottom of the pot dry. Remove squash skin and discard. Roughly chop any large pieces into smaller 1- to 2-inch chunks. Set aside.
  • Select the Saute function and heat olive oil. Saute onion and garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Add pears, salt, and sage; cook for 1 to 2 minutes more. Turn pressure cooker off. Add the squash and chicken broth. Close lid and seal valve. Select high pressure; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure manually and remove lid. Blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender. Stir in heavy cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 31.2 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1376.1 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND PEAR SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable

Yield 24 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 lbs. butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
3 med. yellow onions, sliced
1 stick unsalted butter
3 ripe pears, seeded and chopped
2 quarts chicken stock, veg stock, or water
dash vermouth
sour cream, sage, whole cream, and proscuitto for garnish

Steps:

  • Freeze prosciutto. Cook onions slowly in butter until translucent. Add stock and bring to a boil. Add pears and squash, simmering until the vegetables are very tender (approximately 30 mins.) Using an immersion blender, puree the soup. Add a dash of vermouth, season with salt and pepper to taste. To serve, garnish with sour cream, whole cream, sage, and grated frozen prosciutto.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND PEAR SOUP



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This is one of my favorites--great for company too! Freezes very well. Reduce the cayenne pepper if desired for less bite! Can also use Anjou pears.

Provided by socholy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lbs butternut squash
3 tablespoons butter
3 ripe bartlett pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • 1. To prepare squash: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Carefully cut the squash lengthwise through the middle and place the halves flat side down on a nonstick or parchment lined baking sheet. Pour 2 cups water into the pan and place the pan in the center of the oven with the necks of the squash toward the back of the oven. Cook the squash for about 30-35 minutes, or until the middle of the neck is soft enough to indent. Once it has cooled enough to handle, remove the seeds, peel and cut into 1 inch pieces.
  • 2. For the soup: Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the cooked squash, pears, ginger and 4 cups of the broth. The broth should cover the squash. Bring to a boil, stirring often.
  • 3. Add salt and cayenne pepper. Remove from heat.
  • 4. Carefully puree the soup directly in the saucepan with a stick blender, if available. otherwise, pour the soup into a sieve set over a large bowl and strain. Place the pulp from the sieve and some of the strained soup broth in a food processor. Puree the pulp and soup broth in batches until smooth. Return puree and soup broth to the saucepan.
  • 5. Simmer over medium heat, stirring often, for 5 minutes. reduce heat to low, stir in 1 cup of the cream and adjust the seasoning to taste. Thin the soup with milk to desired consistency.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH & PEAR SOUP



BUTTERNUT SQUASH & PEAR SOUP image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Vegetarian

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 butternut squash (about 2 3/4 pounds)
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups chopped peeled Bartlett pear (about 1 pound)
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced onion
2 1/3 cups water
1 cup pear nectar
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans vegetable broth
2 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 small Bartlett pear, cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds and membrane. Place squash halves, cut sides down, on a baking sheet; bake at 375° for 45 minutes or until tender. Cool. Peel squash; mash pulp. Set aside 3 1/2 cups pulp, reserving remaining squash for another use. Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chopped pear and onion; sauté 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Add squash pulp, water, and next 5 ingredients (water through pepper). Bring to a boil; partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 40 minutes. Place one-third of squash mixture in a blender; process until smooth. Pour puréed mixture into a large bowl; repeat procedure with remaining squash mixture. Return squash mixture to pan; stir in half-and-half. Cook over low heat 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Ladle soup into bowls, and garnish with pear slices. Serves 8 (serving size: 1 1/4 cups)

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash: Look for butternut squash that is firm and heavy, with a deep orange color. Avoid squash that has soft spots or blemishes.
  • Roast the squash before using it: Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness and flavor. You can roast the squash whole or in pieces, but be sure to remove the seeds before roasting.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water, but the flavor of the soup will be best if you use a good quality broth.
  • Don't overcook the soup: Butternut squash soup is best when it is slightly chunky, so don't overcook it. Once the squash is tender, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before pureeing.
  • Garnish the soup before serving: A simple garnish can really elevate the look of your soup. Try adding a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of chopped parsley, or a few roasted butternut squash seeds.

Conclusion:

Butternut squash pear soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. This creamy and flavorful soup is packed with nutrients and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you like it spicy, sweet, or savory, there's a butternut squash pear soup recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting soup, give butternut squash pear soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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