Description
This Easy Butternut Squash Soup is warm, creamy, and packed with cozy, comforting flavors. Made with simple ingredients like roasted squash, onions, carrots, garlic, and herbs, it’s perfect for chilly days and comes together in under an hour. Enjoy it with a swirl of cream or coconut milk for an extra touch of richness.
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
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1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1¾ cups)
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2 medium carrots, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
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4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
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1 large butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 cups)
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1 (32-ounce) carton low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth (4 cups)
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2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage, thyme, or rosemary leaves (from about 2 sprigs), plus more for garnish
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Heavy cream, crème fraîche, or coconut cream, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
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In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter (or heat oil) over medium heat. Add onion and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
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Add garlic, butternut squash, herbs, smoked paprika, salt, and a few cracks of black pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring to coat the vegetables.
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Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until squash is fork-tender.
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Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of cream or coconut cream and fresh herbs, if desired.
Notes
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For a vegan version, use olive oil and coconut cream.
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Soup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a hint of heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American