How to Make Butternut Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Butternut squash soup is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for the fall and winter seasons. Made with roasted butternut squash, onions, and warming spices, this soup is both healthy and delicious. It's a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet, and it's also a wonderful way to warm up on a chilly day.

One of the best things about butternut squash soup is its versatility. You can make it creamy and smooth, or you can leave it chunky for a heartier texture. It's ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds butternut squash, cubed
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 dash ground nutmeg
  • 1 dash ground cloves
  • 1 dash ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Combine squash, onions, and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes; peel squash.
  • Stir in broth and cook on high until squash is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Transfer squash mixture into a blender; cover and hold the lid down with a potholder and pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Transfer pureed mixture back into the microwave-safe bowl.
  • Add cream, salt, and pepper; microwave on high until heated through, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season with nutmeg, cloves and cinnamon to taste.
  • Nutrition

    212 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 32mg
    • Sodium: 339mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 36mg
    • Calcium: 130mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 721mg