Butternut Squash Soup With Apple & Cinnamon
This creamy and comforting Butternut Squash Soup with Apple and Cinnamon is the perfect blend of sweet and savory. The addition of apples and cinnamon adds warmth to this delightful dish, making it ideal for a chilly day.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 blender or immersion blender
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 ladle
- 4 serving bowls
Ingredients
- 2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and chopped Such as Granny Smith.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- a few slices apple for garnish Optional.
- a sprinkle none cinnamon for garnish Optional.
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Stir in the cubed butternut squash and chopped apple. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the squash and apple to soften slightly.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the ground cinnamon and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender.
- Once the squash is cooked, carefully blend the soup using either a blender or an immersion blender until it reaches a smooth consistency.
- Return the soup to the pot (if using a regular blender) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and let it warm through for a few minutes.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with a slice of apple and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
You can adjust the consistency of the soup by adding more or less broth, depending on your preference.
This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and can also be frozen for later use.
Experiment with different apple varieties for a unique flavor twist!