Name: Creamy Butternut Squash Soup 🎃
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 cup coconut milk (plus more for garnish); Salt and pepper, to taste; Pumpkin seeds for topping

This soup is rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced with a hint of sweetness from the squash, balanced by the nutty pumpkin seeds.

Quick Steps ✨

Sauté onion and garlic until soft.

Add squash, broth, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Simmer for 25 minutes.

Blend until smooth, stir in coconut milk.

Season with salt and pepper.

Serve with pumpkin seeds and a swirl of coconut milk.

Step by Step Instructions 📝

1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

2. Cook Squash: Add the cubed butternut squash, vegetable broth, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the squash is tender.

3. Blend: Using a blender or immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth. Stir in the coconut milk, making the soup creamy.

4. Season & Serve: Add salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, drizzle with extra coconut milk, and sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top for a crunchy finish.

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Substitutions 🔄

Swap coconut milk for heavy cream for a richer flavor.

Use chicken broth if you prefer a non-vegetarian version.

Add a dash of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.

Useful Notes 📝

For a silkier texture, strain the soup after blending.

If you don't have a blender, mash the squash with a potato masher for a chunkier version.

Nutritional Insights 🍎

Each serving contains the stated nutritional values:

🔥 Energy: 180 kcal

🥑 Fat: 8 g (of which saturates: 6 g)

🍞 Carbohydrates: 26 g (of which sugars: 8 g)

🌾 Fiber: 4 g

💪 Protein: 3 g

🧂 Salt: 0.7 g

Don’t worry about the calories, this one’s a good one!

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Leftover Advice ♻️

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove. The flavors intensify overnight, making it even tastier the next day!