Vermont Butternut Squash Soup
Maple syrup helps brings out the squash flavor in this easy butternut squash soup recipe. It’s especially nice in fall, but delicious anytime.
Butternut Squash Soup
Photo Credit : Becky Luigart-StaynerMaple syrup helps brings out the squash flavor in this easy butternut squash soup recipe. It’s perfect for fall.
Yield:
Makes 12 servings.Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups warm chicken stock
2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into large cubes
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1-1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup light cream
2 tablespoons maple syrup, or to taste
chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
freshly ground black pepper, for garnish
Instructions
In a large stockpot, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the onion and carrot and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is tender. Sprinkle the vegetables with the flour and, stirring constantly, continue cooking for 3 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and add the chicken stock. Add the squash, garlic, and parsley, and simmer, covered, for 45 minutes. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes. In a blender or food processor, puree the mixture until smooth, in batches. Return the soup to the pot, add the milk, cream, and syrup, stir to incorporate, and heat through. Garnish with parsley and black pepper.
Make Ahead: This butternut squash soup can be prepared up to the puree stage, covered, and refrigerated for 4 days or frozen in an airtight container for 1 month. To use: For each serving, combine 1/2 cup of the thawed puree, 2 tablespoons of milk, 2 teaspoons of cream, and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup, then heat through.
