Butternut apple soup –Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Quick and Easy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup! This creamy, comforting soup combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with the tartness of apples, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Quick and Easy Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
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To create this vibrant soup, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 apples, cored and chopped (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger (fresh ginger can be used for an extra kick)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, making sure not to burn the garlic.
- Add the diced butternut squash and chopped apples to the pot. Stir in the ginger, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, mixing everything together well.
- Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the squash and apples are tender.
- Once cooked, remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can carefully transfer the soup to a regular blender in batches. Just ensure to hold the lid down tightly to prevent any splatter.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Enjoy your delicious and nutritious butternut squash and apple soup! It’s perfect for a cozy evening or as an impressive starter for guests.