When the air starts to get crisp and the nights a little chilly, you better believe I am busting out every soup recipe I’ve got! Ok maybe even before it gets chilly...what can I say? I love to make soups! It is such a quick and easy dinner, the leftovers freeze well, and it serves lots of people. Plus, the longer you let this roasted butternut squash soup simmer the better the flavors and your home will smell like you slaved away for hours. We both know you didn't, but I'll never tell.
There is something so comforting and cozy about enjoying steaming hot homemade soup for lunch or dinner. I also love when I don’t have to feel guilty about enjoying comfort food. Enter: this roasted butternut squash soup! Its warm, inviting, and something about it feels very fancy once you get all your toppings on! This can be enjoyed with a big green salad or toss in some rice or quinoa to make it a little more hearty. It’s a favorite around my house and it couldn’t be easier. So grab your wine & let’s get cookin’!
How To Roast Butternut Squash
- Pre heat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
- With a vegetable peeler, carefully peel your butternut squash
- Cut in half and scoop out the seeds.
- Chop into 1 inch cubes
- Place on a baking sheet and generously season with salt and pepper
- Let butternut squash roast for 30 minutes until tender!
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Simple Roasted Squash Soup
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash peeled and chopped into 1 inch chunks
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tsp salt + pepper
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ½ onion diced
- 1 large apple peeled and diced
- 8 sage leaves
- 3 cups veggie broth
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
- 3 oz goat cheese
- ¼ cup pepitas
- ⅓ Heavy cream if desired
Instructions
- Set your oven to 400. Peel your butternut squash then chop it into 1 inch cubes. Make sure to remove the seeds!
- Toss with melted coconut oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on a foil lined cooking sheet and roast for 30 min.
- Once that is finished heat your olive or avocado oil in a dutch oven or your favorite pot on medium-high. Throw in your chopped onion and apple then cook for 3-5 minutes
- Add in chopped sage leaves, garlic, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and pinch of red pepper flakes
- Stir to combine then pour in vegetable broth, water & squash cubes. Bring to a boil and leave to simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- Then add everything to your food processor or high speed blender (be careful, it's hot!)
- Blend for a good 2-3 minutes until silky smooth.
- Add back to pot and stir in heavy cream if you are using it.
- Dish it up and sprinkle the top with goat cheese, pepitas, and enjoy!
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