Butternut Squash Soup

Our butternut squash soup recipe is not only delicious and nutritious, it’s also very easy to make. This dairy-free soup is made with a few simple ingredients and requires very little preparation. It is delightfully creamy, delicious, warming and deeply nourishing.

Winter Squash - Sacred and Heart Healthy

Enjoy this recipe as it is or combine it with cooked greens or whole grains for a hearty meal. You can also experiment with different spices by replacing the cinnamon sticks with a spice blend. Curry or garam masala are our favorites.

Ingredients:

(use organic whenever possible)

1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions:

1. Chop onions.
2. Peel squash, remove seeds and cube.
3. Core and cube apples (leave the peel on).
4. Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add squash and sauté a bit more.
5. Add apple, cinnamon sticks and pepper. Cover with water and bring to a boil.
6. Lower heat and let simmer for 1 hour.
7. Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes.
8. Remove cinnamon sticks and blend soup in blender, food processor or your Vita-Mix.

Variations and Ideas:

• Experiment with different flavors (curry, garam masala, etc.)
• Try adding greens or grains to the soup as you serve it.
• Garnish with fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, etc.)