Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Cook the Squash

   Add the diced butternut squash to the pot and stir to combine. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the squash is tender.

4. 4

   Blend the Soup

   Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to the pot.

5. 5

   Season the Soup

   Stir in salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg to taste. If desired, add heavy cream for a richer flavor.

6. 6

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of cream or a sprinkle of nutmeg if desired.