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Curry Butternut Squash Soup

Up until a few years ago, I hadn’t ventured into the world of cooking with Butternut Squash.  Once I finally walked through the Butternut door, I never looked back.

In Australia or New Zealand, the Butternut Squash is known as Butternut Pumpkin, and is used interchangeably with other varieties of pumpkin.  In South Africa, this winter squash is commonly used for soup or grilled whole (yum.)

Butternut Squash Soup with Chopped of Chives

Each fall, we pick out a few luscious looking butternut squash, and look forward to roasting them or making a delectable soup with them.  I just might try grilling one this year.  But first, this…

Not only is the Butternut Squash chock full of nutrients, vitamins, and fiber, but it is absolutely delish! It is sweet, rustic, and richly smooth in texture.  We often roast it straight up and enjoy it au natural, for a totally healthy and tasty side dish.

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Butternut squash doesn’t need a whole lot of other ingredients to make it taste great, since its natural flavor is already fantastic.

But who doesn’t love a little curry?

A bit of aromatic curry takes this butternut squash soup a notch above and beyond.

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This Curry Butternut Squash soup not only gets amped up with curry, but it also gets special treatment with the addition of roasted garlic.  If you’ve never tried roasting garlic, here’s how. Roasted garlic is super easy and wonderfully versatile…we use it in countless yummy ways.

This Curry Butternut Squash Soup is awesome for these chilly evenings at home with family.  It’s the perfect starter for a fall/winter dinner with friends. For heartier fall flavors, try this Pumpkin Shrimp Bisque.

Enjoy.

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Butternut Squash Soup with Chopped of Chives

Curry Butternut Squash Soup

5 from 1 vote
This Butternut Squash Soup is amped up with curry and roasted garlic. The aromatic flavors blend perfectly together. This soup is great for serving as a starter to any fall or winter meal.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Amy Dong

Ingredients  

  • 1 medium butternut squash, halved lengthwise and seeded (about 3 cups cooked)
  • Olive oil
  • 2 small onions, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 apple, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tsp yellow curry powder
  • 32 oz low sodium chicken broth, more if needed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ¼ cup heavy cream , or half and half
  • 2 TB honey
  • 1 large whole roasted garlic, (see link for directions*)
  • kosher salt
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • Optional chopped cilantro, chives, or fried onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F, with rack on center. Brush cut sides of squash generously with olive oil. Place squash, cut sides down, on a foil-lined baking sheet. Roast 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until very tender. Scoop flesh out into large bowl, and measure 3 cups worth to use.
  • Heat 2 TB olive oil in a large heavy pot, over medium high heat. Saute onion, carrots, and apple for 5 minutes. Add curry powder and stir another minute. Add chicken broth, bay leaves, and squash. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer/low boil for 1 hour, uncovered. The soup will be reducing and thickening.
  • Remove bay leaves. Add roasted garlic cloves. Using a hand blender directly into the pot (or work in batches with a blender), puree soup until completely smooth. If needed, add bit more broth to reach desired consistency.
  • Stir in cream and honey, and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Keep warm in pot, until ready to serve. Garnish with cilantro, chives, or fried onions, if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 745mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 16859IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 2mg
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

*Directions for Roasting Garlic

Source:  Chew Out Loud, adapted from Bon Apetit

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6 comments

    • Karla

    Love this soup! I found the recipe on Pinterest a few weeks ago. In fact, a second batch is in process. Because I live alone, I froze part of the soup and it reheated just fine. Thanks for the recipe.

      • chewoutloud

      Yay, so glad you loved this, Karla! And glad you’re here. Hope you continue finding recipes you love here. Have a great weekend! 🙂

    • MJ
    • 5 stars

    I know this is an old post but I made this soup this week and it was delish 🙂 I omitted the cilantro (nasty stuff – lol) and also omitted the 1/2 and 1/2 – totally not necessary as it was awesome without the dairy. Also, I made it with pumpkin and squash since I wanted to use it up. Thanks for the inspiration!

      • chewoutloud

      MJ, that’s great to hear! Love how you skinnied it 🙂

    • Kim Todd

    Amy, when do you add the 1/2 and 1/2 to the soup? I’m not seeing it in the directions.

      • chewoutloud

      Good eyes, Kim! I just added it to step #4. That’s what happens when I write a recipe at midnight. Thanks for coming over 🙂

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