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easy butternut squash soup

Easy Butternut Squash Soup

Try this super easy butternut squash soup recipe, perfect for an easy autumn meal or a holiday dinner party! 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 5
Course: Dinner
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbs butter
  • 1 onion large, chopped
  • 1 large potato peeled & chopped
  • 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth low sodium (can also use chicken broth)
  • 1 1/2 lbs butternut squash peeled & chopped (or use precut for easier prep)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional:
  • 1/2 cup sour cream low fat
  • chopped fresh chives

Method
 

  1. In large pot, melt butter over med heat & add onion. Cook 5 to 8 minutes until onion is softened. Add potato, broth, squash, salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to low boil & simmer for 30 minutes until squash & potato are very soft. Remove from heat & let cool slightly. Mash with potato masher or for smoother texture, transfer carefully to blender or food processor in small batches and puree until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve in bowls with a dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh chives (both optional)
    easy butternut squash soup