Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsAu Pied de CochonSquash Soup Recipe

Squash Soup Recipe

Inspired by Au Pied de Cochon
Time1h
Serves4

Foie gras - Amaretti biscuit

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Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

Foie Gras Ingredients

Amaretti Biscuit Ingredients

Method

Soup Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Squash

    Peel, seed, and chop the butternut squash into small cubes.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until soft and translucent.

  3. 3

    Cook the Squash

    Add the butternut squash cubes to the pot, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the squash is tender.

  5. 5

    Blend the Soup

    Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Foie Gras Directions

  1. 6

    Prepare Foie Gras

    Season the foie gras with salt and black pepper. Allow it to come to room temperature before cooking.

  2. 7

    Sear the Foie Gras

    In a hot pan, sear the foie gras for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.

Amaretti Biscuit Directions

  1. 8

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine almond flour, sugar, and almond extract. Whisk in the egg whites until the mixture is well combined.

  2. 9

    Shape Cookies

    Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 10

    Bake

    Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

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