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Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

Buttery smooth butternut squash soup with just a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg makes for one delicious cozy bowl of soup!

Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
1 hr 50 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 171 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 TB butter
  • 1 medium carrot chopped
  • 1 potato cubed
  • 1 tsp minced garlic 
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Dash of nutmeg
  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 32 oz chicken stock
  • Sour cream for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Roast squash at 400 degrees for 1 hour, turning ever 15 minutes.
  2. Melt the butter in a large pot, and cook the carrots, potatoes, garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg and squash for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  3. Pour in chicken stock to cover vegetables. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 40 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
  4. Transfer to a blender, and blend until smooth. Return to pot, and add any remaining stock to reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Notes

  • STORE. Allow the recipe for butternut squash soup to cool before pouring it into a large airtight container or individually portioned containers. Store the soup in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
  • Reheat, thaw in the fridge if needed, and reheat smaller portions in the microwave or larger portions in a slow cooker or pot on the stove.
  • FREEZE this soup for up to 3 months in airtight containers or freezer-safe bags. Let it cool completely before placing it in your containers.

Nutrition Information

Calories 171kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 22mg (7%) Sodium 391mg (16%) Potassium 506mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2750IU (55%) Vitamin C 7.7mg (9%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 2.3mg (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 171

% Daily Value*

Calories 171kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 391mg 16%
Potassium 506mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2750IU 55%
Vitamin C 7.7mg 9%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 2.3mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.