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Bertha Jones

Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup

A creamy, velvety soup filled with the earthy sweetness of butternut squash and sweet potatoes, enhanced with a unique blend of spices.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Ingredients
  • 1 small butternut squash, peeled and chopped Fresh for best flavor.
  • 2 pieces sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped Fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled Minced for flavor.
Liquid Ingredients
  • 400 ml full-fat coconut milk Reserve 2 tablespoons for serving.
  • 750 ml vegetable or chicken stock or water Adjust amount to cover the vegetables.
Spices and Seasonings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) For added warmth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes Adjust to taste.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by peeling and chopping the butternut squash and sweet potatoes. Slice the onion and peel the garlic.
Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Toss in the chopped butternut squash and sweet potatoes. Sprinkle cumin, cinnamon, chili powder, and chili flakes, then stir everything well.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and enough stock (or water) to cover the vegetables. Let it come to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, until the squash and sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth or leave some pieces intact for a chunkier texture.
  6. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and drizzle with the reserved coconut milk for a decorative finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6g

Notes

This soup stores beautifully and can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days. It freezes well for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge and warm gently on the stove. Adjust the spice levels according to taste, and consider adding greens like kale before blending for extra nutrition.

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