Calvados Laced Squash Soup With Cinnamon And Bay Le

Name: Calvados Laced Squash Soup With Cinnamon And Bay Leaves Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lb butternut squash - (abt 2 very large) halved lengthwise; 4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter - (1/4 stick); 2 x onions minced; 2 x cinnamon sticks broken in half; 2 x bay leaves broken in half; 1 tsp coarse salt; 1/2 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper; 1/2 c. Calvados (apple brandy) (or possibly brandy); 4 can low-salt chicken broth - (14 ounce ea); 1 can evaporated lowfat milk - (12 ounce); 1/4 c. lowfat sour cream; 1 Tbsp. hot water; 1/4 tsp grnd cinnamon

Servings: persons

6 lb butternut squash - (abt 2 very large) halved lengthwise
4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter - (1/4 stick)
2 x onions minced
2 x cinnamon sticks broken in half
2 x bay leaves broken in half
1 tsp coarse salt
1/2 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper
1/2 c. Calvados (apple brandy) (or possibly brandy)
4 can low-salt chicken broth - (14 ounce ea)
1 can evaporated lowfat milk - (12 ounce)
1/4 c. lowfat sour cream
1 Tbsp. hot water
1/4 tsp grnd cinnamon

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Line 2 large baking sheets with aluminum foil.
3
Brush squash flesh with 2 Tbsp.
4
oil.
5
Place on prepared baking sheets, cut-side down.
6
Roast squash till very tender, about 1 hour.
7
Cold 20 min.
8
Remove seeds.
9
Scoop out 6 c. squash pulp and transfer to large bowl (reserve any remaining squash for another use).
10
Heat butter with remaining 2 Tbsp.
11
oil in heavy large pot over medium heat.
12
Add in onions, cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
13
Saute/fry till onions are soft, about 10 min.
14
Add in Calvados and simmer till almost all of liquid evaporates, about 1 minute.
15
Throw away cinnamon stick pcs and bay leaves.
16
Add in mix to squash in large bowl and stir to combine.
17
Working in batches, puree squash mix in blender with chicken broth and evaporated lowfat milk till smooth.
18
Strain into same pot, pressing on solids in strainer to extract as much liquid as possible.
19
Mix lowfat sour cream, 1 Tbsp.
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hot water, and grnd cinnamon in medium bowl to blend.
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(Soup and cinnamon cream can be prepared 1 day ahead.
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Cold soup slightly, then cover and chill.
23
Cover and chill cinnamon cream.)
24
Bring soup to simmer.
25
Ladle soup into bowls.
26
Garnish each with dollop of cinnamon cream and serve.
27
This recipe yields 12 servings.
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Comments: Dollops of cinnamon-flavored lowfat sour cream top this luscious soup.

5956

kcal

Calories

594

Fat

Carbs

137

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lb butternut squash - (abt 2 very large) halved lengthwise, 4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter - (1/4 stick), 2 x onions minced, and more.

Yes, Calvados Laced Squash Soup With Cinnamon And Bay Leaves Recipe 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.

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Calvados Laced Squash Soup With Cinnamon And Bay Leaves Recipe

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