Showing posts with label squash. Show all posts
Showing posts with label squash. Show all posts

11.14.2009

Buttercup Squash Soup

I recently made this easy soup on a chilly fall night. It had a great balance of flavors and was very warming to the belly and soul :) Buttercup squash is a variety of winter squash that is sweeter than most and has a creamy, dark orange flesh.

I started by sauteeing one small chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves in a bit of vegetable oil.


Then I added the cubed squash, 1 large diced potato, 1/2 cup diced celeriac, 1/2 cup diced carrots, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon marjoram, 1/2 teaspoon chervil and salt and pepper to taste.


I added 6 cups water, brought it to a simmer, and cooked everything for about 10 minutes.


Then I added a bunch of chopped kale, and simmered for about 5 more minutes.


I blended it with an immersion blender, but left some chunks of potato in there for texture.


Add some nice bread and you've got a healthy and satisfying meal!