Acorn Squash Soup Recipe

Name: Acorn Squash Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 12 lbs acorn squash, halved; 5 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 4 large leeks, chopped (white and -tender green); 7 sprigs fresh thyme, fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 5 cups chicken broth; 1 ¼ teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon pepper, fresh ground; ½ cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons chives, chopped (3 tb); 8 slices bacon, slices fried crisp and crumbled

Servings: persons

4 12 lbs acorn squash, halved
5 tablespoons butter, unsalted
4 large leeks, chopped (white and -tender green)
7 sprigs fresh thyme, fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
5 cups chicken broth
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper, fresh ground
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chives, chopped (3 tb)
8 slices bacon, slices fried crisp and crumbled

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Place squash, cut side down, on a baking sheet and bake until tender, about 40 minutes.
3
Let cool slightly.
4
Using a spoon, scoop out flesh.
5
Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
6
Add the chopped leeks and thyme.
7
Cook, stirring continuously, until soft and lightly browned.
8
Remove thyme sprigs (if you used fresh).
9
Stir in the stock and the squash.
10
Simmer for around 20 minutes.
11
In small batches, place in blender or food processor.
12
Puree until smooth.
13
Pour back into the pan and season with salt and pepper.
14
Serve with a dollop of sour cream and crumbled bacon.

1098

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

120

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 12 lbs acorn squash, halved, 5 tablespoons butter, unsalted, 4 large leeks, chopped (white and -tender green), 7 sprigs fresh thyme, fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Acorn Squash Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Acorn Squash Soup

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