Description
A creamy and comforting Butternut Squash Soup made with tender roasted vegetables simmered in flavorful chicken stock, blended smooth and seasoned to perfection. Perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 Potatoes
- 1 Onion
- 1 Butternut Squash
- 1 stalk Celery
- 1 Carrot
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 32 fluid ounces Chicken Stock
- Salt, to taste
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter: In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until fully melted and slightly bubbling.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the chopped onion, celery stalk, carrot, butternut squash, and potatoes to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are lightly browned and begin to soften.
- Add chicken stock and bring to boil: Pour enough chicken stock (from the 32 fluid ounces) into the pot to just cover the vegetables. Reserve the remaining stock for later use. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the soup: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently for 40 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender and cooked through.
- Blend the soup: Carefully transfer the cooked soup in batches to a blender and blend until completely smooth. Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the remaining chicken stock until you reach your desired consistency.
- Season the soup: Add salt and ground black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine and heat through if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the smooth, creamy butternut squash soup into bowls and enjoy warm.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of cream or coconut milk after blending.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half the soup and mix back the unblended portion.
- Roasting the vegetables before sautéing can enhance the soup’s flavor.
- Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: butternut squash soup, creamy squash soup, fall soup recipe, comforting soup, easy soup, healthy soup
