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Butternut Squash Soup Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
  • 1/4 c shelled raw pumpkin seeds (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 5 c low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 4 leeks, rinsed & sliced (3 c)
  • 1 3-lb butternut squash, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 tsps olive oil

Directions
  • Step #1 Place the leeks, salt, squash, bay leaf, & broth In a large-ish saucepan.
  • Step #2 Bring to a boil.
  • Step #3 Reduce heat & let simmer carefully until the squash is tender, about 12 mins.
  • Step #4 Let cool for at least 10 mins.
  • Step #5 Remove & discard the bay leaf.
  • Step #6 Puree the soup in batches & rewarm over medium-low heat.
  • Step #7 Meanwhile, place the pumpkin seeds (if using) & rosemary on a cutting board & roughly chop.
  • Step #8 Heat the oil in a small skillet over med-heat/flame.
  • Step #9 Add the seeds & rosemary & heat, stirring every once in awhile, until fragrant, 2 to 3 mins.
  • Step #10 Ladle the soup into bowls & sprinkle with the seeds & rosemary.
  • Enjoy the Butternut Squash Soup recipe

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