ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP WITH CRISPY CROUTONS

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A devourable soup. I really love this made with smoked chicken stock as it adds a beautiful flavour.

Provided by LeeDelaino

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 butternut squash
1 large sweet onion, diced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken stock or 4 cups vegetable stock
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
2 -4 teaspoons fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons fresh parsley
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
4 -5 slices bread, cut into cubes
5 tablespoons garlic oil
1 tablespoon dried herbs (e.g. italian seasoning)
1 dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut butternut squash in half from top to bottom and remove seeds from both halves.
  • Place cut side down on baking sheet.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until flesh of squash is fully softened.
  • On a low heat, saute onion in butter and oil until soft and browning.
  • Add garlic and saute until fragrant and soft.
  • Remove roasted squash from skin and put into soup pot.
  • Add stock and bring soup to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and add seasoning and herbs.
  • Simmer for 15-20 minutes and then add sour cream (if using) and blend until smooth using a hand blender or blender.
  • While soup is simmering, toss bread cubes with oil and seasoning and toast in oven until golden brown.
  • Serve with chopped green onion and/or croutons.

Laura Hulme
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This soup was a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices next time.


Elias Mongoai
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This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less brown sugar next time.


daniel adimchinobi
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but this soup was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy.


Meri Tamang
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Adakoya Boluwatife
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I'm a huge fan of butternut squash soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's creamy and flavorful, and the crispy croutons are the perfect topping.


Eunice Chiwamba
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This soup is the perfect fall comfort food. It's warm and flavorful, and the crispy croutons add a nice touch of texture.


Anne Pedzisayi
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Kalemba Augustinal
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make! I've made it several times already and it's always a hit.


Attiq Rehman
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I love this soup! It's my go-to comfort food. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Nyambock Calvince
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This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I used a pre-cut butternut squash, which saved me a lot of time. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons were the perfect topping.


Baburam Ghimire
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash, but this soup changed my mind. It was creamy and flavorful, and the crispy croutons added a nice crunch.


Musavir Khan
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This soup was delicious! I loved the combination of sweet butternut squash and savory spices. The croutons were also a great addition.


dawae jack
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This butternut squash soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the crispy croutons added a nice touch of texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


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