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Acorn Squash Soup

Creamy Acorn Squash Soup to Warm Your Soul This Fall

A comforting and nutritious Acorn Squash Soup perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 3 whole acorn squash Sweet flavor and creamy texture
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Essential for roasting and sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances savory flavors
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper Balances sweetness of the squash
  • 1 medium onion Chopped
  • 2 medium carrots Chopped
  • 3 stalks celery Chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic Minced
  • 4 cups vegetable stock Homemade stock is best
  • 6 leaves sage Fragrant herb
  • 6 sprigs thyme Adds herbal notes
  • 1 sprig rosemary Adds earthy dimension
  • ¼ to ½ cup half and half cream For creamy texture

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Dutch oven
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds.
  2. Brush the cut sides of the squash with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Roast the seasoned acorn squash cut-side down for about 30 to 35 minutes until tender.
  4. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic for 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Scoop the roasted squash flesh into the pot. Add vegetable stock, sage, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender. Adjust consistency as needed.
  7. Stir in half and half cream to desired creaminess and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat gently to keep creamy texture.

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