As winter sets in we all want some heart warming soup… We all have our favorites, but I have to say my perfect soup will without doubt must be a good Butternut soup. An have I mentioned that this is 100% Vegan.
This Recipe is super easy to make and only a few ingredients is needed. This creates a rich, smooth and satisfying soup. Not only is this soup super delicious but butternut squash is also packed with loads of minerals and not to mention immune boosting Vitamins.
How to peel a Butternut Squash
They only tricky part of course is the peeling. 😫 If you not buying pre-cut chunks you know exactly what I’m talking about. The smooth skin and round shape can make it a bit tricky.
So here is a little trick I like to do when I need to peel and cut them.
First cut a thin slice off the bottom and the top of the butternut. This way the butternut can easily stand up. Now microwave the butternut for a minute or two to soften the skin slightly.
Using a sharp vegetable peeler, start peeling the butternut from top to bottom. Once the skin is removed you can now cut the butternut in halve and then into blocks.
As easy as that.
Remember to always use a sharp knife and peeler and always cut away from yourself to avoid any injuries.
Now you are all set to make your soup.
Butternut soup
Ingredients
1 Large Butternut Squash, peeled and chopped into blocks
2 Large Carrots, chopped
3 Stalk of Celery, chopped
1 large Onion, Chopped
2 heaped teaspoons of crushed garlic
2 teaspoons of dried thyme
1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne red pepper
1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups of Vegetable stock
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
In a large pot heat up the olive oil. Now add the chopped onion and garlic and fry over low heat until the onion becomes translucent.
Once the onion mixture is ready add the Butternut, carrots and celery. Allow the vegetables to sweat for 5 minutes over low heat.
Add the Vegetable stock and spices to the pot and simmer over low heat for 1 hour. Once cooked, Use a stick blender and blend the vegetables until smooth and no chunks are left.
Add salt and pepper as needed.
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