Butternut Squash Bisque

A steaming bowl of flavorful butternut squash pureed with vegetables and spices is the perfect way to warm up on a cool autumn day.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 248 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• ½ cup diced onion
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 3 cups vegetable stock
• ¾ cup diced carrots
• ground nutmeg to taste
• ½ cup heavy cream (Optional)
• 4 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat the oil and melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the onion in the butter and oil under tender.

Step 2

Mix the carrots and squash into the pot. Pour in vegetable stock, and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, puree the soup mixture until smooth. Return to the pot, and stir in the heavy cream. Heat through, but do not boil. Serve warm with a dash of nutmeg.