Angela Roberts
@anrobe
Creamy Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup
This creamy butternut squash and sweet potato soup is a comforting and nutritious dish, perfect for chilly days. With a blend of sweet vegetables and aromatic spices, it offers a delightful balance of flavors. Easy to prepare, this soup is ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:11
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time45 min.
- Total time65 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup
- 1, peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
- 1, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1, chopped
- 1, peeled and chopped
- 1 stalk, chopped
- 2 cloves, minced
- 4 cups, or as needed
- 3 small, chopped
- to taste
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup.
Step 1
Begin by melting butter in a spacious pot over medium-high heat, allowing its rich aroma to fill the air.
Step 2
Next, introduce the vibrant medley of butternut squash, sweet potato, onion, carrot, celery, and garlic.
Step 3
Sauté these colorful vegetables, stirring occasionally, until they develop a delightful golden hue, which should take about five minutes.
Step 4
Pour in the chicken stock and add the chopped bell peppers, stirring to combine.
Step 5
Bring this hearty mixture to a vigorous boil, letting the flavors mingle.
Step 6
Once boiling, lower the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for approximately 40 minutes, or until the squash and sweet potato are tender and inviting.
Step 7
When the time is right, carefully ladle half of the soup into a blender, securing the lid tightly and using a potholder for safety.
Step 8
Pulse a few times before blending until the mixture is velvety smooth.
Step 9
Return the blended soup to the pot and repeat with the remaining portion.
Step 10
Finally, season your creation with salt and black pepper to taste, and prepare to serve a bowl of warmth and comfort that will surely delight your senses.