Simple Summer Squash Soup

Butternut squash is steamed and pureed with Cheddar cheese and milk creating a simple summer squash soup.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 151 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup water
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• ¾ cup whole milk
• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste (Optional)
• 2 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste (Optional)
• 1 (1 pound) butternut squash, peeled and cubed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add butternut squash, cover, and steam until tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 2

Blend squash and water together in a blender until smooth. Add milk and Cheddar cheese; blend until smooth. Season soup with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Transfer soup to serving bowls and top each with sour cream and cilantro.