Best Acorn Squash Soup Recipe

Name: Best Acorn Squash Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 pounds acorn squash halved; 5 tablespoon butter; 4 large leeks chopped, (white and tender green); 7 teaspoon thyme fresh, or 1 ts dried; 5 cups chicken broth; 1 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper fresh; 1/2 cups sour cream; 2 tablespoon chives chopped; 8 slices bacon fried crisp, crumbled

Servings: persons

4 1/2 pounds acorn squash halved
5 tablespoon butter
4 large leeks chopped, (white and tender green)
7 teaspoon thyme fresh, or 1 ts dried
5 cups chicken broth
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper fresh
1/2 cups sour cream
2 tablespoon chives chopped
8 slices bacon fried crisp, crumbled

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
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 the 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 stock.
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.

1451

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

132

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 1/2 pounds acorn squash halved, 5 tablespoon butter, 4 large leeks chopped, (white and tender green), 7 teaspoon thyme fresh, or 1 ts dried, and more.

Yes, Best 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.

Best Acorn Squash Soup

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