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Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

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A velvety smooth, deeply savory soup made by roasting butternut squash and aromatics to concentrate flavor, resulting in a comforting, dairy-light winter meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Place cubed butternut squash on one baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, toss to coat, and spread in a single layer. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tender and browned.
  3. Place chopped onion and garlic cloves on the second baking sheet. Drizzle with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Transfer roasted squash, onions, and garlic to a large stockpot. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and blend until completely smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
  6. Return soup to pot over low heat. Stir in cream (or coconut milk), butter, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Ladle into bowls and serve immediately, optionally topped with pumpkin seeds or fresh herbs.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the baking sheets to ensure proper roasting and caramelization rather than steaming. If using a standard blender, vent the lid and cover with a towel to prevent steam explosions. For a vegan option, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and omit the butter. The soup freezes well without the cream added.

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Keywords: butternut squash soup, roasted vegetable soup, creamy soup, winter recipes, gluten-free, vegetarian, meal prep, healthy comfort food

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