Winter Squash Soup Wiht Gruyere Croutons Recipe

Name: Winter Squash Soup Wiht Gruyere Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 stick of butter; 1 lg onion, finely chopped; 4 lg garlic cloves, chopped; 3 14 1/2 oz cans of chicken broth; 4 cups of 1 inch pieces of peeled butternut squash (1 1/2 lbs); 4 cups of 1 inch pieces of acorn squash ( 1 1/2 lbs); 1 1/4 tsp minced fresh time; 1 1/4 tsp minced fresh sage; 1/4 whipping cream; 2 tsp sugar; CROUTONS; 1/4 stick butter; 24 1/4 inch baguette bread slices; 1 cup grated Gruyere; 1 tsp minced thyme; 1 tsp minced sage

Servings: persons

1/2 stick of butter
1 lg onion, finely chopped
4 lg garlic cloves, chopped
3 14 1/2 oz cans of chicken broth
4 cups of 1 inch pieces of peeled butternut squash (1 1/2 lbs)
4 cups of 1 inch pieces of acorn squash ( 1 1/2 lbs)
1 1/4 tsp minced fresh time
1 1/4 tsp minced fresh sage
1/4 whipping cream
2 tsp sugar
CROUTONS
1/4 stick butter
24 1/4 inch baguette bread slices
1 cup grated Gruyere
1 tsp minced thyme
1 tsp minced sage

1
Melt butter in lg pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until tender - 10 minutes.
2
Add broth, squash and herbs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until squash is very tender, 30 min.
3
Puree soup in blender or with immersion blender. Stir in cream and sugar, bring to a simmer, season with salt and pepper.
4
For croutons:
5
Preheat broiler. Butter one side of bread. Arrange bread, butter side up on baking sheet. Broil until golden brown (about 1 min).
6
Turn over, sprinkle with cheese, then thyme and sage. Sprinkle the top with salt and pepper. Broil until cheese melts (about 1 min).
7
Ladle soup into bowls and top with croutons.

2301

kcal

Calories

209

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 stick of butter, 1 lg onion, finely chopped, 4 lg garlic cloves, chopped, 3 14 1/2 oz cans of chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Winter Squash Soup Wiht Gruyere Croutons 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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Winter Squash Soup Wiht Gruyere Croutons

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Variations & substitutions

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