Creamy Butternut Squash Pear Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Butternut Squash Pear Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup onions; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 pound butternut squash pared, seeded and cut into 1inch cubes; 2 each pears pared and sliced; 1 teaspoon thyme fresh, snipped; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon coriander ground; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 each pears unpared, sliced; 1/4 cup sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1/2 cup onions
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 cups chicken broth
1 pound butternut squash pared, seeded and cut into 1inch cubes
2 each pears pared and sliced
1 teaspoon thyme fresh, snipped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon coriander ground
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 each pears unpared, sliced
1/4 cup sesame seeds

1
Cook and stir onion in margarine in 4-quart Dutch oven until tender.
2
Stir in broth, squash, 2 sliced pears, thyme, salt, white pepper, and coriander.
3
Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
4
Cover and simmer until squash is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
5
Pour about half of the soup into food processor workbowl fitted with steel blade or into blender container; cover and process until smooth.
6
Repeat with remaining soup.
7
Return to Dutch oven; stir in whipping cream.
8
Heat, stirring frequently, until hot.
9
Serve with sliced pear and sesame seeds if desired.

1366

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

Carbs

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup onions, 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 pound butternut squash pared, seeded and cut into 1inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Creamy Butternut Squash Pear 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.

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Creamy Butternut Squash Pear Soup

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