Mmm Mmm Good! 7 Hearty Soups to Make This Winter

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Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced onion
12 1/2 pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 cups quality chicken stock or broth
salt and pepper to taste
1-2 teaspoon curry powder, to taste
Crème fraiche or heavy cream
Directions:
1. Heat a large pot over medium low heat. Add onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft.
2. Add squash and chicken stock and ... more 

Photo by: Spoonful

Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup diced onion
12 1/2 pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 cups quality chicken stock or broth
salt and pepper to taste
1-2 teaspoon curry powder, to taste
Crème fraiche or heavy cream
Directions:
1. Heat a large pot over medium low heat. Add onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft.
2. Add squash and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes, until squash is tender.
3. Use an immersion or regular blender to puree this mixture in batches, carefully venting the lid. Return to pot. Add salt and pepper, if desired. Stir in curry powder. Simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Ladle into bowls and serve with a dollop of crème fraiche or a drizzle of heavy cream. less