No Cream Creamy Butternut Squash Soup With A Kick

Name: No Cream Creamy Butternut Squash Soup With A Kick
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 leek white part only, chopped fine; 1 inch ginger piece of, peeled and finely chopped; 1 celery stalk sliced; 1 butternut squash peeled, seeded and diced; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 peppers Dried Szechuan; 1 whole star anise; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder; 29 ounces msg low sodium Chicken Broth

Servings: persons

1
Melt butter in a small stockpot and add leek, ginger and celery. Cook about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the leek is soft and the ginger fragrant.
2
Add Szechuan pepper, star anise, cumin and ancho and stir into the vegetables to mix. Cook about another minute or 2.
3
Add butternut squash to the pot and stir to combine before adding the chicken broth. Add broth and bring to a boil, then lower heat to lowest setting. Simmer for about 30 minutes, partially covered.
4
Place a mesh strainer over a bowl and separate the stock from the vegetables.
5
Put the contents of the strainer in a food processor with the knife blade inserted and puree. I start by pulsing and then let 'er rip, stopping occasionally and scraping the sides to make sure that all the vegetables get pureed.
6
Return both the broth and the puree to the pot. Mix and season with S&P to taste. Heat for an additional 5 minutes to warm completely.

610

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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.

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: 1/2 leek white part only, chopped fine, 1 inch ginger piece of, peeled and finely chopped, 1 celery stalk sliced, 1 butternut squash peeled, seeded and diced, and more.

Yes, No Cream Creamy Butternut Squash Soup With A Kick 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!