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Soupe de Courge - Butternut Squash Soup
Indulge in the comfort of this velvety Soupe de Courge, a traditional French butternut squash soup. The creamy texture and subtly sweet flavor of the butternut squash is beautifully complemented by an aromatic medley of vegetables and herbs. This soup is a perfect warm embrace on a cold day, bringing you a taste of French countryside right in your bowl.
Ingredients
- Pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons, for garnish
- Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup
- Salt and pepper
- to taste
- Ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon, plus extra for garnish
- Vegetable broth
- 4 cups
- Celery
- 2 stalks, diced
- Carrot
- 1 large, diced
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Onion
- 1 large, diced
- Butternut squash
- 1 large, peeled and cubed
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cubed butternut squash, vegetable broth, fresh thyme, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender, puree the soup until it is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the heavy cream. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with a sprinkling of pumpkin seeds and a few sprigs of fresh thyme. Enjoy!
Tips
- For a vegan alternative, replace heavy cream with coconut milk. Roasting the butternut squash before adding it to the soup can provide a deeper flavor. This soup pairs well with a crusty baguette or a side salad.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Soup Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Calories: 210 Fat: 10g Carbs: 28g Protein: 4g Sodium: 480mg Sugar: 7g
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