Winter Squash Soup With Gruyere Croutons Recipe

Name: Winter Squash Soup With Gruyere Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: soup; 1/4 cup butter; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, chopped; 3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth; 4 cups peeled butternut squash (about 1 1/2 pounds, cut into 1-inch pieces); 4 cups peeled acorn squash (about 1 1/2 pounds, cut into 1-inch pieces); 1 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme; 1 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh sage; 1/4 cup whipping cream; 2 teaspoons sugar; crouton; 2 tablespoons butter; 24 slices baguette (sliced 1/4-inch-thick); 1 cup grated gruyere cheese; 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon minced fresh sage

Servings: persons

soup
1/4 cup butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
4 cups peeled butternut squash (about 1 1/2 pounds, cut into 1-inch pieces)
4 cups peeled acorn squash (about 1 1/2 pounds, cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh sage
1/4 cup whipping cream
2 teaspoons sugar
crouton
2 tablespoons butter
24 slices baguette (sliced 1/4-inch-thick)
1 cup grated gruyere cheese
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage

1
For soup:
2
Melt butter in large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until tender, about 10 minutes. Add broth, all squash and herbs; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until squash is very tender, about 20 minutes.
3
Working in batches, puree soup in blender. Return soup to same pot. Stir in cream and sugar; bring to simmer. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill. Rewarm over medium heat before serving.).
4
For croutons:
5
Preheat broiler. Butter 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange bread, buttered side up, on baking sheet. Broil until golden, about 1 minute. Turn over. Sprinkle cheese, then thyme and sage over. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until cheese melts, about 1 minute. Ladle soup into bowls. Top each with croutons and serve.

2446

kcal

Calories

221

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: soup, 1/4 cup butter, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 4 large garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Winter Squash Soup With 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 With Gruyere Croutons

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Variations & substitutions

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