SAVORY ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
Sweet and savory--butternut squash provides support for Stomach and Spleen function. Known as comfort food for the winter, butternut squash roasted adds an additional warming boost to the digestive system.
Sweet and savory, this butternut squash soup provides all of the perfect elements to nurture Stomach energy.
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3-4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 medium sweet onion, peeled and chopped
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Tablespoons butter
1 Tablespoons fresh sage leaves, minced
1 teaspoon mushroom powder
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
Salt to taste
1Preheat oven to 400° degrees.
2Place squash on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with sage, mushroom powder, and salt. Roast 30-35 minutes or until fork tender, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
3Meanwhile in a large saucepan, heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.
4Add onions and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5 Add 4-5 cups water to saucepan. When the water boils, add the butternut squash and remaining butter.
6Puree with an immersion blender or enjoy a chunky soup!
7Add a dash of cayenne pepper for an added warming effect.
Ingredients
3-4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 medium sweet onion, peeled and chopped
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Tablespoons butter
1 Tablespoons fresh sage leaves, minced
1 teaspoon mushroom powder
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
Salt to taste
Directions
1Preheat oven to 400° degrees.
2Place squash on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with sage, mushroom powder, and salt. Roast 30-35 minutes or until fork tender, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
3Meanwhile in a large saucepan, heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.
4Add onions and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5 Add 4-5 cups water to saucepan. When the water boils, add the butternut squash and remaining butter.
6Puree with an immersion blender or enjoy a chunky soup!
7Add a dash of cayenne pepper for an added warming effect.
SAVORY ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
