Acorn Squash Soup
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Caramelized roasted squash makes this easy Acorn Squash Soup taste spectacular! Healthy, hearty and a great vegetarian main or holiday side.
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Ingredients
FOR THE SOUP:
- 3 whole acorn squash
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt plus additional to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon ground black or white pepper
- 6 garlic cloves smashed and peeled
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 cups low sodium vegetable or chicken stock plus additional as needed, divided
- 10 sprigs fresh thyme tied into a bundle
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ teaspoon rubbed sage
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg freshly grated if possible
- ¼ cup finely grated parmesan plus additional for serving (see notes to make vegan)
CRISPY SAGE TOPPING:
- canola oil
- 12 fresh sage leaves
- kosher salt or flaky sea salt
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Instructions
- Bake the squash: Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. For easy clean up, line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- With a sharp, sturdy chef’s knife, carefully cut the squash in half from stem to base. Scoop out and discard the stringy core and seeds. Arrange the halves cut-sides up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each half with 1 teaspoon olive oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Place in the oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until the edges begin to wrinkle and the flesh is fork-tender.
- Set aside to cool, then scoop out and reserve the flesh.
- In a large Dutch oven or similar sturdy soup pot, heat the butter and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium. Once the butter has melted, add the carrots, shallot, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cook until the shallot is beginning to caramelize, about 8 minutes.
- Pour ½ cup of the stock into the pan and stir to remove any brown bits that have stuck to the bottom of the pan (this is flavor!). Reduce the heat to medium-low and add in the reserved squash, garlic, and honey. Cook for 30 seconds, until the garlic is fragrant, then stir in the remaining stock.
- Add the thyme bundle and bayleaf. Increase the heat and bring the soup to a simmer. Let simmer gently for 15 minutes, adjusting the heat as needed and stirring periodically.
- Remove the thyme and bay leaf. With an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth (or you can transfer to a regular blender in batches and puree it that way; be careful as hot soup will splatter; return the soup to the pot). Stir in the sage, nutmeg, and Parmesan. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. Serve hot with a sprinkle of additional Parmesan and crisped sage leaves (if using).
- For the Crispy Sage (optional but great for a special occasion): In a small skillet, heat 1/8 inch of canola oil over medium high. When the oil is very hot, add the sage and cook for 30 to 45 seconds, turning the leaves to crisp them on both sides (be careful not to burn yourself). When the bubbling subsides, the leaves should be crisp. Carefully drain the sage onto a paper towel-lined plate. Immediately sprinkle with salt.
Notes
- TO STORE: Refrigerate soup in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Rewarm leftovers in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over medium-low heat or reheat gently in the microwave.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze soup in an airtight freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- TO MAKE VEGAN: Swap the honey for pure maple syrup, the butter for olive oil, and the Parmesan cheese for nutritional yeast; add 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1(of 6); without crispy sage topping
Calories
245kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
13mg
(4%)
Potassium
849mg
(24%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
4750IU
(95%)
Vitamin C
29mg
(32%)
Calcium
139mg
(14%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings (8 cups)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1(of 6); without crispy sage topping | |
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 849mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 4750IU | 95% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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