This delicious butternut squash soup will put you in a very festive Thanksgiving mood after just one bite! It's easy to make and it also is very inexpensive, so your wallet will be happy too!
A few years ago when I went to Type-A, I went out to eat with some of the girls on our last night there. I wasn't in the mood for anything heavy, but I also did not want a salad. I opted for soup and decided to try their butternut squash soup. The warmth and flavor that I tasted in just that first bite, made me realize that I was definitely going to try and recreate it at home.
This soup is so darn easy to make and will make any true southern girl feel like she is in true comfort food heaven.
How to Make Butternut Squash Soup
To make this dish, you simply start out with butternut squash, carrots, and an onion. Slice the onion in half and remove the skin.
Then, slice the butternut squash in half. Scoop out the seeds, drizzle on some olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place it cut side down on the pan.
Peel two large carrots and slice them in half. Throw the carrots and the onion onto the sheet pan as well. Drizzle with a little olive oil and roast for about 30 minutes on 350 degrees.
Once the butternut squash is fork-tender, remove the pan from the oven and set it aside for 10 minutes and let it cool. Once it is cooled, just scoop it out and put it into a blender. Add in the carrots and the onion as well, and puree it.
Once you puree it, add it to a big soup pot along with the pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, apple cider, and heavy cream. Simmer on low for 10-20 minutes.
At this point, you can top it with anything you want. I chose to make some creme freche, just mixing together heavy whipping cream and sour cream to drizzle over the top and then I topped it with roasted pumpkin seeds.
Seriously -- this soup is SO warm and comforting and would be an awesome addition to your Thanksgiving dinner!
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Butternut Squash Soup
The creamiest soup, full of delicious fall flavors. Perfect to serve at your Thanksgiving dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 Butternut Squash
- 1 small Onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 tablespoons of Olive Oil
- 15 oz Pumpkin Puree
- 2 cups of Vegetable Broth
- 1 ½ cups of Apple Cider
- 1 ½ cups of Heavy Cream
- 2 teaspoons of Salt
- ½ teaspoon of Black Pepper
- Pumpkin Seeds and creme freche for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Slice squash in half and remove seeds.
- Peel and half the onion. Peel two carrots and cut them in half.
- Toss squash, carrots, and onion in olive oil. Then, season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the squash cut side down on the tray.
- Cook for 30 minutes.
- Allow everything to cool for at least 10 minutes.
- Puree in blender or food processor.
- In a large soup pot or dutch oven, combine squash puree, pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, apple cider, and cream.
- Bring to a low boil over medium heat, and then turn down to simmer for 20 minutes.
- Garnish with pumpkin seeds and creme freche.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 295Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 722mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 5gSugar: 13gProtein: 4g
I am totally trying this. It sounds AMAZING!
I have never tried butternut squash soup. This does look pretty good, and I would love to test this out, I am sure it is delicious.
Ooh, a delicious, hearty soup is always a necessity in the winter. We grow butternut, so this is perfect for us. Thanks!
What a wonderful beginning to the Thanksgiving meal this year!
YUM! All of my favorite flavors of fall combined into one recipe! Looks simple yet delicious!
Why have I never bought this nor have I ever eaten it!?!? Your recipe looks delicious though, this has inspired me to finally give it a try!
This is the perfect Fall and Winter soup! I'll be trying this as the days get so much colder up here!
This looks delish. Butternut squash soup is one of my favs!
Looks like a great Thanksgiving recipe! Love how easy it is to make...
I have never made anything with butternut squash but love eating it when out, so I know I would love it. I thought there would be so much more work to making it. Now I know and now I can make it. thanks for sharing.
I don't typically eat squash but this recipe sounds very flavorful and tasty. Thanks for sharing. I'll give it a try.
Butternut squash is my favorite! This is a must-try recipe for me!
I am totally going to have to try this. Been looking for new veggies and new meals for the family.
MMm, this looks like a yummy recipe. I'll have to give this a try. Thanks for sharing.
This is the perfect winter dish. I love butternut squash soup.
I love butternut squash! The croutons look really tasty too!
Oh this sounds really good and healthy. I ha a butternut squash in our refrigerator, I so need to try this recipe.
That sounds absolutely incredible! I have got to try it, Jen, or you could invite me to dinner. lol
I live in Chicagoland, so this is totally perfect for me. I need something hot when the weather gets really cold and gross.
This soup recipe looks delicious, healthy, and easy to make!
This looks great. It's hot and delicious. I'll take it!
My husband would love this. Is it overly sweet? I find squash to be too sweet sometimes.
Mmmm, this looks delicious! Perfect for this weather! 🙂
I will definitely have to try this recipe. It is so simple and looks so delicious. I love squash.
What a great sounding recipe. My mom and I were just talking today about some new soups we wanted to try to make this fall, and a butternut squash soup was one of them, so I'm glad I found your blog and your recipe.
I love the garnish and the creme freche. So pretty!!
I like that you have apple cider in here...I bet it pairs nicely.
I like a happy wallet these days! What a delicious soup for fall! I'll be making this all season long.
This soup is so simple, yet so satisfying! I made a big batch for lunch the other day and have been enjoying it all week long!
This butternut squash soup looks so creamy and delicious.
I love squash soups! But the spider web on top is the BEST!
I love apple cider addition! Genius! I can't wait to try this.
I can't wait to try your recipes. I love butternut squash and will make it.The only ingredient I'm lacking is the wine. Thank you for sharing!