CREAMY BUTTERNUT SQUASH & SAGE SOUP

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I recently started experimenting with new soup recipes, and finally created a rich squash version that omits heavy cream altogether, making it a healthier way to curb my creamy-tooth. -Nithya Kumar, Davis, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SOUP:
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups water
1 medium sweet potato, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place squash in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with sage, salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Roast 30-35 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 30-40 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Stir in salt, pepper flakes and pepper., Add water, sweet potato and carrot to saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add squash mixture and remaining butter to soup. Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool soup slightly and puree in batches in a blender; return to pan and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 659mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MALAK YAQUB
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Loved this recipe! Can't wait to try it with other winter squash varieties.


MD ARYAN
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This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I had to add a lot of salt and pepper to make it taste good. I also think it would have been better with some roasted vegetables added in.


Rama Taehyung4
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of butternut squash and sage. I will definitely be making this soup again.


MD Sahadat Hossain
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I made this soup for a dinner party last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it is so easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Vian Dhiaa
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This soup is absolutely delicious! I love the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the butternut squash. The sage adds a nice savory touch. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.