In need of a warm comforting soup that doesn't sit so heavy? I've got a savory Butternut Squash Apple Soup recipe with the addition of an unexpected ingredient that adds a depth of sweetness - apple butter.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time50 minutesmins
Servings: 6-8 servings
Author: Nikki Gladd
Ingredients
3tablespoonsbutter
1sweet onion, peeled and chopped
1large carrot, peeled and chopped
1celery rib, chopped
1(3-4 lb) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and chopped
½teaspoonground ginger
1teaspooncurry powder
32oz. vegetable broth
¾cupMusselman’s Apple Butter
Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until onions are just soft. Stir in the butternut squash, ginger and curry powder. Cook for another 3 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover and reduce to a simmer. Continue to simmer for 20 minutes, or until the squash and carrots are soft.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup, or work in batches and transfer to a standing blender or food processor to puree, returning back to the pot. Stir in the apple butter until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve hot. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.