Grandma’s Butternut Squash Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Winter is coming, and that means it’s time to break out the soup pot. Let’s get cozy with a warm bowl of grandma's butternut squash soup! This creamy, savory dish is sure to chase away the chill—while still leaving you with plenty of room for dessert.

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Blender

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra-virgin )
  • 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 butternut squash (peeled, seeded, and cubed)
  • 3 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage (chopped)
  • ½ tbsp minced fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 3 to 4 cups vegetable broth
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Start by heating some oil in a big pot at medium heat. Then add the onion, salt & pepper and cook it until it's softened - takes 5-8 minutes. Add the squash and keep stirring occasionally while letting it cook for 8-10 minutes until it begins to soften.
  • Then add the garlic, sage, rosemary and ginger. Stir the ingredients together for 30 seconds to a minute until it's fragrant. Then pour in 3 cups of broth and bring it to a boil then reduce the heat to low-medium and allow it cook till the squash is tender, this should take between 20 - 30 minutes.
  • Let the soup cool for a bit & then pour it into a blender, in batches if needed, and blend until the consistency is smooth. If it looks too thick, you can add up to 1 cup of more broth & blend again. Finally, season it as per your taste & serve with parsley, pepitas, and some crusty bread.
Author: Grandma
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Author

Grandma Elle is well-known for her commitment to healthy cooking. She believes that good food should be made not only with delicious ingredients but also with sustainability in mind. Grandma Elle’s food is focused on whole grains, fresh vegetables, nutritious proteins and of course, lots of love!