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Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

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A velvety, sweet, and deeply savory soup made by roasting butternut squash, onions, carrots, and garlic until caramelized, then blending with broth and cream for a comforting, easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 3–4 medium carrots, chopped into chunks
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 3–4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4–5 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
  • A pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel the butternut squash, remove seeds, and cube the flesh into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Place squash cubes, chopped onions, carrots, and garlic cloves on large baking sheets.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  5. Spread veggies in a single layer without crowding.
  6. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tender and browned at the edges.
  7. Transfer roasted vegetables to a large pot and pour in vegetable broth.
  8. Bring to a simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  9. Blend the mixture until completely smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
  10. Stir in heavy cream or coconut milk and butter (if using).
  11. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
  12. Simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes. Do not boil vigorously.
  13. Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.

Notes

Roasting concentrates the sugars and creates a nutty, rich flavor that boiling cannot achieve. Ensure vegetables are not crowded on the pan to allow for proper caramelization. If the soup is too thick, add more broth. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or jalapeño during roasting.

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