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Savory butternut squash soup in a white bowl
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Savory Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

Fresh ginger, fragrant spices, and creamy coconut milk- this savory butternut squash soup recipe is a delicious and comforting fall classic.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butternut squash, Can you freeze butternut squash soup, Ina garten butternut squash soup recipe, Savory butternut squash soup, Trader joe’s butternut squash soup, What goes with butternut squash soup
Yield: 6 people
Calories: 138kcal
Author: Author: Maddy & JD - Them Bites

Equipment

  • 1 Blender or immersion blender

Materials

  • 1 large butternut squash or 2 medium squashes
  • 1 tb butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 2 inch piece of ginger, chopped
  • 1 white onion, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves
  • 6 whole cardamom pods
  • 1 tb whole peppercorns
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Use a sharp paring knife to make several slits around the squash. This will let the steam escape.
  • Place squash in a microwave safe dish or on parchment paper in the microwave. Cook on high for 15 - 25 minutes. Halfway through, turn squash over and test for doneness. Squash should be soft and easily pierced with a paring knife. Time will vary depending upon the strength of your microwave and how big your squash is.
  • Allow squash to cool until safe to handle. Cut lengthwise, scoop out pulp and seeds, and discard. Scoop out the squash flesh, scraping against the skin, and place in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Use a mortar and pestle or spice grinder to ground up the cloves, cardamom pods, and peppercorns. Set aside.
  • In a large pot over medium high heat, heat the butter. Add the white onion and cook soft, about 3 - 5 minutes. Season with salt. Next, add the garlic, ginger, and spices. Cook until fragrant, about 1 - 2 minutes.
  • Next, add your squash and broth, and then bring to a bowl. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer for about 5 minutes and all the squash is very soft.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend in the pot. Or scoop out small batches to blend in a regular blender. Blend until smooth and return back to your large pot.
  • Return the soup to the heat, on medium low. Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed. and Next, add a can of coconut milk. Allow to heat up for a few minutes.
  • Serve hot. Soup will thicken overnight in fridge.

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Nutrition

Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg