Winter Squash Soup With Apples Recipe

Name: Winter Squash Soup With Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 1 carrot, finely chopped; 1 stalk celery, very finely chopped; 1 bouquet garni (3 sprigs of flat-leaf parsley, 2 sprigs of thyme, 10 whole black peppercorns, tied together in chees); 3 lbs winter squash, peeled, seeded, and chopped; 3 cups chicken stock or 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or 3 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth; coarse salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced; 1 sprig fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon firmly packed dark brown sugar; 1 pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, very finely chopped
1 bouquet garni (3 sprigs of flat-leaf parsley, 2 sprigs of thyme, 10 whole black peppercorns, tied together in chees)
3 lbs winter squash, peeled, seeded, and chopped
3 cups chicken stock or 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or 3 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
coarse salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 teaspoon firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

1
To prepare the soup, in a large, heavy-bottomed Dutch oven, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium-low heat until foaming.
2
Add the shallot, carrot, and celery.
3
Cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
4
Add the bouquet garni, squash, and chicken stock.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Bring to a boil over high heat, decrease the heat to low, and simmer until the squash is tender, about 30 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, to cook the apples, in a skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
8
Add the diced apple and remaining sprig of thyme; season with salt and pepper.
9
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apple is tender and lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
10
Set aside and keep warm.
11
To finish the soup, remove the bouquet garni and discard.
12
In the Dutch oven, using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
13
Or ladle the soup into a blender and puree until smooth a little at a time.
14
Leave it coarse and chunky if you prefer a more rustic soup or puree until smooth for a more elegant soup.
15
Add the cream, brown sugar, and nutmeg.
16
Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper.
17
To serve, ladle into warm bowls and garnish with the sauteed apples.
18
Serve immediately.

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* 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.

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 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 shallot, finely chopped, 1 carrot, finely chopped, 1 stalk celery, very finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Winter Squash Soup With Apples 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 With Apples

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