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Butternut Squash Soup
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Ginger Sage Butternut Squash Soup

Ginger Sage Butternut Squash Soup, the Earthinessof the ginger and sage complement the Earthy butternut squash perfectly.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butternut Squash Soup
Servings: 8
Calories: 118kcal

Equipment

  • Swiss Peeler
  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 1/2 Cups Red Onion Diced
  • 1 1/2 Cups Celery Diced
  • 6 Cups Butternut Squash 1-squash, peeled and seeded, 1-inch dice
  • 2 Cups Russet Potatoes Peeled and 1-inch dice
  • 1 Lemon Zest and juice
  • 1 Quart Vegetable Stock
  • 2 Teaspoons Turmeric Ground
  • 2-3 Teaspoons Fresh Ginger Grated, adjust to your taste
  • 3 Teaspoons Garlic Crushed and chopped
  • 3 Teaspoons Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 3 Tablespoons Fresh Sage Leaves Finely chopped

Instructions

  • Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot with a lid over medium-high heat.
  • Add the olive oil, onion, celery, potatoes, and butternut squash to the pot. Cover and reduce heat to low, sweat the ingredients at a low sizzle for 15-minutes, shaking the pot occasionally.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high, clear space in the bottom of the pot, and add the garlic and ginger. let saute for 1-minute.
  • Set the fresh sage aside. Add the stock, lemon, and dry seasonings, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer approximately 20-25 minutes.
  • Once the potatoes and butternut squash are soft, remove from the heat and add the fresh sage leaves.
  • Working in small batches, puree the soup in the blender. Be careful using a blender with hot liquids, hold the lid down hot a pot-holder to avoid any accidents.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh sage leaves, and if you like, toasted bread.
Nutrition Facts
Ginger Sage Butternut Squash Soup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 118 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 1373mg60%
Potassium 669mg19%
Carbohydrates 26g9%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 11573IU231%
Vitamin C 35mg42%
Calcium 90mg9%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.